Explore the Family Name Lampson
The meaning of Lampson
English: patronymic from Lamb 2.
Dictionary of American Family Names, 2nd edition, © Oxford University Press, 2022.
How common is the last name Lampson in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census data, the popularity of the surname Lampson has shifted within the span of a decade. In 2000, Lampson was ranked 25,466 in popularity and held by approximately 912 individuals representing 0.34 per 100k population. However, by 2010, the rank had dipped to 28,525 with about 836 bearers, indicating a decrease of 8.33% in count and a reduced proportion per 100K, down by 17.65%.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #25,466 | #28,525 | -12.01% |
| Count | 912 | 836 | -8.33% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.34 | 0.28 | -17.65% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Lampson
When it comes to ethnicity, the Decennial U.S. Census data reveals that individuals bearing the Lampson surname predominantly identify as White. This group made up 92.98% of Lampsons in 2000, decreasing slightly to 92.22% by 2010. The Hispanic segment saw significant growth, rising from 2.41% in 2000 to 3.35% in 2010, an increase of 39%. Meanwhile, those identifying as Black decreased from 2.74% to 2.39%. The proportion of individuals reporting two or more races also saw a minor reduction from 1.32% to 1.20%. No Lampsons identified as Asian/Pacific Islander or American Indian and Alaskan Native during these periods.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 92.98% | 92.22% | -0.82% |
| Hispanic | 2.41% | 3.35% | 39% |
| Black | 2.74% | 2.39% | -12.77% |
| Two or More Races | 1.32% | 1.2% | -9.09% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |