Explore the Family Name Kamprath
The meaning of Kamprath
German: from Middle High German kamprat ‘cogwheel (in a mill)’, hence a metonymic occupational name for a maker of cogwheels or more likely for a miller.
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How common is the last name Kamprath in the United States?
According to data from the Decennial U.S. Census, the surname Kamprath has experienced a slight increase in popularity over a decade. In 2000, the surname ranked 87,348th in the U.S. and increased in rank to 86,314th by 2010, indicating a change of 1.18%. The number of individuals with the Kamprath surname also rose from 198 to 216 during this period, representing a growth rate of 9.09%. However, its proportion per 100,000 people remained steady at 0.07.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #87,348 | #86,314 | 1.18% |
| Count | 198 | 216 | 9.09% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.07 | 0.07 | 0% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Kamprath
In terms of ethnicity, the Decennial U.S. Census data shows that individuals with the Kamprath surname have predominantly identified as White in both 2000 and 2010. In 2000, 97.47% of individuals with the Kamprath surname identified as White, dipping slightly to 96.3% in 2010. No individuals with this surname identified as Asian/Pacific Islander, Hispanic, Black, or American Indian and Alaskan Native during either census year. There were also no recorded instances of individuals identifying as two or more races.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 97.47% | 96.3% | -1.2% |
| 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% |