Explore the Family Name Cioppa
The meaning of Cioppa
Italian (mainly central and southern): nickname from cioppa a sort of elegant robe or petticoat used both by men and women in Medieval times. Alternatively, from cioppo ‘someone with a limp’. Some characteristic forenames: Italian Angelo, Antimo, Antonio, Ciro, Marco, Pasquale, Sal.
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How common is the last name Cioppa in the United States?
According to the Popularity data from the Decennial U.S. Census, the surname Cioppa has seen a rise in prevalence between 2000 and 2010. In 2000, it was ranked 66,274th in terms of popularity, but by 2010 it climbed to the 62,359th position, marking a growth of approximately 5.91%. The count of people with this surname increased from 279 in 2000 to 321 in 2010, indicating a growth rate of 15.05%. Moreover, the proportion of individuals named Cioppa per 100,000 people also went up by 10% during this period.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #66,274 | #62,359 | 5.91% |
| Count | 279 | 321 | 15.05% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.1 | 0.11 | 10% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Cioppa
Based on the Ethnicity data from the Decennial U.S. Census, the majority of individuals carrying the surname Cioppa identify as White. In 2000, a substantial 97.85% of Cioppas identified as White, which slightly decreased to 96.88% in 2010. There were no recorded instances of Cioppas identifying as Asian/Pacific Islander, Two or more races, Hispanic, Black, or American Indian and Alaskan Native in either 2000 or 2010 according to the available data.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 97.85% | 96.88% | -0.99% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Two or More Races | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Hispanic | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Black | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |