Explore the Family Name Koepnick
The meaning of Koepnick
German (Köpnick): altered form of Köpenick, a habitational name from a former place so named near Berlin or from Köpernick in Saxony. Some characteristic forenames: German Kurt, Lutz.
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How common is the last name Koepnick in the United States?
Based on data from the Decennial U.S. Census, the popularity of the surname Koepnick has seen a slight decline over the past decade. In 2000, this name ranked 52,827th in terms of popularity and by 2010, it had dropped to 57,639th, indicating a decrease of 9.11%. The count of individuals with this surname also fell from 368 to 353 during this same period, representing a modest 4.08% reduction. Furthermore, the proportion of people named Koepnick per 100,000 also dipped by 14.29%, going from 0.14 in 2000 to 0.12 in 2010.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #52,827 | #57,639 | -9.11% |
| Count | 368 | 353 | -4.08% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.14 | 0.12 | -14.29% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Koepnick
Turning to the ethnic identity associated with the surname Koepnick, the Decennial U.S. Census data shows that it is predominantly linked to White ethnicity. This group represented an overwhelming 97.01% of Koepnicks in 2000, increasing slightly to 97.45% by 2010. While there was no record of Asian/Pacific Islander, Black, or individuals of two or more races bearing this surname in either census year, the 2010 data revealed a small Hispanic representation at 1.70%. In contrast, the American Indian and Alaskan Native category, which registered 1.36% in 2000, did not appear in the 2010 data.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 97.01% | 97.45% | 0.45% |
| Hispanic | 0% | 1.7% | 0% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Two or More Races | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Black | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 1.36% | 0% | 0% |