Explore the Family Name Krempa
The meaning of Krempa
Polish: variant of Krępa, descriptive nickname from krępy ‘squat, square-built’. Some characteristic forenames: Polish Agnieszka, Casimir.
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How common is the last name Krempa in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census data, the popularity of the surname Krempa has slightly decreased over a decade. In 2000, Krempa was ranked as the 47,654th most popular surname, with 418 individuals carrying the name. By 2010, it had dropped to the 51,396th position, represented by 405 individuals, marking a decrease of 7.85% in rank and 3.11% in count. The proportion per 100k people also dipped from 0.15 to 0.14, a decline of 6.67%.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #47,654 | #51,396 | -7.85% |
| Count | 418 | 405 | -3.11% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.15 | 0.14 | -6.67% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Krempa
In terms of ethnicity, the Decennial U.S. Census data shows that the majority of those with the surname Krempa identified as White, making up 96.65% in 2000 and 96.30% in 2010, a slight decrease of 0.36%. There was no representation from the Asian/Pacific Islander, Black, or American Indian and Alaskan Native communities in both years. However, the Hispanic community saw an emergence in 2010 with 1.73%. Those identifying with two or more ethnicities decreased from 1.67% to 1.48%, a change of -11.38%.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 96.65% | 96.3% | -0.36% |
| Hispanic | 0% | 1.73% | 0% |
| Two or More Races | 1.67% | 1.48% | -11.38% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Black | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |