Explore the Family Name Lapworth
The meaning of Lapworth
English: habitational name from Lapworth in Warwickshire, which probably derives its name from Old English læppa ‘district, border’ + worthign or worth ‘enclosure’.
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How common is the last name Lapworth in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census, the popularity of the surname Lapworth has seen a decline from 2000 to 2010. It was ranked 97,384 in 2000 and slid down to 114,424 by 2010, demonstrating a decrease of approximately 17.5%. The number of individuals carrying the Lapworth surname also dipped from 173 in 2000 to 153 by 2010, marking an 11.56% drop. Accordingly, the proportion of people with this surname per 100,000 population fell by 16.67%, from 0.06 in 2000 to 0.05 in 2010.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #97,384 | #114,424 | -17.5% |
| Count | 173 | 153 | -11.56% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.06 | 0.05 | -16.67% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Lapworth
In terms of ethnic identity, according to the Decennial U.S. Census data, the majority of individuals with the Lapworth surname identify as White, although there has been a slight decrease from 94.22% in 2000 to 92.81% in 2010. Hispanic representation among those bearing the Lapworth surname has grown significantly, increasing by approximately 80.97% from 2.89% in 2000 to 5.23% in 2010. There were no recorded individuals with this surname identifying as Asian/Pacific Islander, Black, or American Indian and Alaskan Native in either year. This information could be subject to change given that some data may have been suppressed for privacy reasons.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 94.22% | 92.81% | -1.5% |
| Hispanic | 2.89% | 5.23% | 80.97% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Two or More Races | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Black | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |