Explore the Family Name Kupiec
The meaning of Kupiec
Polish and Jewish (from Poland): occupational name from Polish kupiec ‘merchant’ (from a derivative of kupić ‘to buy’). Some characteristic forenames: Polish Jerzy, Janusz, Tadeusz, Arkadiusz, Halina, Jacek, Krzystof, Mariusz, Wieslawa, Zbigniew, Zosia.
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How common is the last name Kupiec in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census data, the surname Kupiec has shown an increase in popularity between 2000 and 2010. In 2000, it ranked 27,258, but by 2010, it had risen to rank 26,549. This represents a growth of about 2.6%. Additionally, the count of individuals with this surname also grew from 834 in 2000 to 918 in 2010, marking a 10.07% increase. However, when looking at the proportion per 100,000 people, there was no change during this period, remaining stable at 0.31.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #27,258 | #26,549 | 2.6% |
| Count | 834 | 918 | 10.07% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.31 | 0.31 | 0% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Kupiec
The ethnicity associated with the surname Kupiec, as per the Decennial U.S. Census data, is overwhelmingly White, with 96.52% in 2000 and slightly decreasing to 96.30% in 2010. The percentage of those identifying as Hispanic saw a significant increase from 0.72% to 1.42% over the same period. Those reporting two or more ethnic identities decreased from 1.92% to 1.74%, a decline of 9.37%. There were no individuals who identified as Asian/Pacific Islander, Black or American Indian and Alaskan Native in either year.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 96.52% | 96.3% | -0.23% |
| Two or More Races | 1.92% | 1.74% | -9.37% |
| Hispanic | 0.72% | 1.42% | 97.22% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Black | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0.72% | 0% | 0% |