Explore the Family Name Karpe
The meaning of Karpe
1. German and Jewish: variant of Karp. 2. Indian (Maharashtra): Maratha topographic name, from Marathi kərpa ‘burned, scorched’. Some characteristic forenames: Indian Pratima, Yatin.
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How common is the last name Karpe in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census data, the popularity of the surname "Karpe" has seen a slight decline from 2000 to 2010. In 2000, the surname was ranked 67,936 and had a count of 271. However, by 2010, it had slipped in rank to 75,564 and reduced in count to 255. This represents a change of -11.23 in rank and a -5.9% decrease in count over the decade. The proportion per 100k also dropped by 10% during this period.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #67,936 | #75,564 | -11.23% |
| Count | 271 | 255 | -5.9% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.1 | 0.09 | -10% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Karpe
In terms of ethnic identity associated with the Karpe surname, the Decennial U.S. Census data reveals some shifts between 2000 and 2010. There was a significant increase in its association with the Asian/Pacific Islander community, jumping from 5.54% to 14.51%, a growth of 161.91%. Those identifying as two or more races with this surname also saw an uptick, from 2.21% to 3.92%. However, there was a noticeable decrease in the white demographic, falling from 90.41% in 2000 to 77.65% in 2010. The Hispanic percentage also increased from zero in 2000 to 1.96% in 2010. Black and American Indian/Alaskan Native percentages remained stagnant.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 90.41% | 77.65% | -14.11% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 5.54% | 14.51% | 161.91% |
| Two or More Races | 2.21% | 3.92% | 77.38% |
| Hispanic | 0% | 1.96% | 0% |
| Black | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |