Explore the Family Name Klepacz
The meaning of Klepacz
Polish, Jewish (from Poland), and Rusyn (from Poland): occupational name for a smith, from Polish klepacz ‘smith’, a derivative of klepać ‘to hammer’. Compare Klepach.
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How common is the last name Klepacz in the United States?
The surname Klepacz has shown a slight increase in popularity between 2000 and 2010, based on the data from the Decennial U.S. Census. In 2000, it was ranked 91,801st in terms of popular surnames in the United States, but by 2010, it had climbed to the 88,336th position, marking a growth rate of about 3.77%. The count of individuals bearing this surname also increased from 186 in 2000 to 210 in 2010, representing a 12.9% rise. Despite this increase, the proportion per 100,000 people remained constant at 0.07, indicating that while the surname may be becoming more common, it is still relatively rare.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #91,801 | #88,336 | 3.77% |
| Count | 186 | 210 | 12.9% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.07 | 0.07 | 0% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Klepacz
In regard to ethnicity, the Decennial U.S. Census reveals that the majority of individuals with the surname Klepacz identify as White. In 2000, about 98.39% identified as White, which slightly decreased to 97.62% by 2010. There were no records of individuals identifying as Asian/Pacific Islander, Two or More Races, Hispanic, Black, or American Indian and Alaskan Native for both years. This suggests that the surname Klepacz is predominantly associated with individuals of White ethnic identity.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 98.39% | 97.62% | -0.78% |
| 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% |