Explore the Family Name Kampwerth
The meaning of Kampwerth
German: topographic name composed of Kamp (from Middle Low German kamp ‘enclosed field for cultivation, pasture’) + wert (from Middle Low German wert ‘island, peninsula’), denoting someone who lived on or owned a field surrounded by water.
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How common is the last name Kampwerth in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census data, the surname Kampwerth has seen a rise in popularity over the years. In 2000, it was ranked at 61,058 but by 2010 it had risen to 56,710, an increase of approximately 7.12%. The count of individuals bearing this surname also increased from 308 in 2000 to 360 in 2010, marking a growth of 16.88%. In terms of proportion per 100,000 people, there was a 9.09% increase from 0.11 to 0.12.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #61,058 | #56,710 | 7.12% |
| Count | 308 | 360 | 16.88% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.11 | 0.12 | 9.09% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Kampwerth
The ethnic identity associated with the Kampwerth surname is predominantly White, as per the Decennial U.S. Census data. In 2000, 98.70% of people with this last name identified as White, and this slightly decreased to 98.61% in 2010. No significant presence of Asian/Pacific Islander, Hispanic, Black, or American Indian and Alaskan Native identities was recorded either in 2000 or 2010. The data for two or more races was suppressed for privacy reasons.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 98.7% | 98.61% | -0.09% |
| 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% |