Explore the Family Name Stepper
The meaning of Stepper
German: 1. topographic name for someone who lived near a path or ford, from Middle High German stapf ‘step, path’. 2. occupational name for an embroiderer or needle-worker, from Middle High German steppen ‘to stitch, embroider’.
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How common is the last name Stepper in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census data, the surname "Stepper" has seen a slight increase in popularity over the years. In 2000, it was ranked as the 64,385th most common surname, while in 2010, it moved up to the 62,903rd position, reflecting a 2.3% change. The count of individuals with this surname also grew from 289 in 2000 to 318 in 2010, a rise of 10.03%. However, the proportion of people per 100K with the Stepper surname remained stagnant at 0.11.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #64,385 | #62,903 | 2.3% |
| Count | 289 | 318 | 10.03% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.11 | 0.11 | 0% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Stepper
When it comes to the ethnic identity associated with the Stepper surname, there have been some notable shifts between 2000 and 2010 according to Decennial U.S. Census data. In 2000, 89.27% of individuals with this surname identified as White, but this figure fell to 84.91% by 2010. The percentage of those identifying as Asian/Pacific Islander increased from 3.11% to 4.09%, and those reporting two or more races saw a significant jump from 3.11% to 5.35%. The proportion of individuals identifying as Hispanic also rose slightly, from 3.81% to 4.4%. However, there were no reported changes in the Black or American Indian and Alaskan Native categories.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 89.27% | 84.91% | -4.88% |
| Two or More Races | 3.11% | 5.35% | 72.03% |
| Hispanic | 3.81% | 4.4% | 15.49% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 3.11% | 4.09% | 31.51% |
| Black | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |