Explore the Family Name Dapkus
The meaning of Dapkus
Lithuanian: probably an adaptation of Polish Dobka or of its more common cognate Dobek. Some characteristic forenames: Lithuanian Ausra, Kestutis.
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How common is the last name Dapkus in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census data, the surname Dapkus has seen a slight increase in popularity between 2000 and 2010. In 2000, it ranked as the 74,398th most common surname, but by 2010, it had risen to the 73,215th position, representing a 1.59% increase. The number of individuals with this surname also grew from 242 to 265 during this decade, a rise of almost 10%. Despite these changes, the proportion of individuals with this surname per 100,000 people remained constant at 0.09.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #74,398 | #73,215 | 1.59% |
| Count | 242 | 265 | 9.5% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.09 | 0.09 | 0% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Dapkus
The Decennial U.S. Census data also provides insights into the ethnic identity associated with the surname Dapkus. Overwhelmingly, the majority of individuals with this surname identified as White in both 2000 and 2010, with proportions of 95.87% and 95.47% respectively. The data indicates a slight decrease in the percentage of White individuals with this surname over the decade, albeit by less than half a percentage point. Interestingly, there was no representation of this surname among Asian/Pacific Islanders, those identifying as two or more races, Black individuals, and American Indian and Alaskan Natives in either year. However, by 2010, 2.64% of individuals with the surname Dapkus identified as Hispanic.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 95.87% | 95.47% | -0.42% |
| Hispanic | 0% | 2.64% | 0% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Two or More Races | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Black | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |