Explore the Family Name Kampsen
The meaning of Kampsen
North German: variant of Kamps.
Dictionary of American Family Names, 2nd edition, © Oxford University Press, 2022.
How common is the last name Kampsen in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census data, the surname Kampsen has gained popularity between 2000 and 2010. In 2000, it was ranked 70,052 in terms of frequency among surnames with a count of 261. By 2010, its rank had improved to 65,782 with an increased count of 301 individuals bearing the name. This represents a growth rate of 6.1% over this period, keeping the proportion per 100,000 people constant at 0.1.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #70,052 | #65,782 | 6.1% |
| Count | 261 | 301 | 15.33% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.1 | 0.1 | 0% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Kampsen
In terms of ethnicity, the Decennial U.S. Census reveals that individuals bearing the Kampsen surname are predominantly white. The percentage of people with this ethnic identity decreased slightly from 98.85% in 2000 to 97.34% in 2010. Other ethnicities such as Asian/Pacific Islander, Black, Hispanic, or American Indian and Alaskan Native were not reported for this surname. There were also no individuals identified as belonging to two or more races.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 98.85% | 97.34% | -1.53% |
| 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% |