Explore the Family Name Topol
The meaning of Topol
Polish, Czech, and Croatian: topographic name, or perhaps a nickname for a tall person, from topol, topola ‘poplar’. In North America, this surname may also be a shortened form of any of numerous other Slavic topographic or habitational names formed from this word, e.g. Polish Topolewski. Some characteristic forenames: German Franz.
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How common is the last name Topol in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census data, the surname Topol has slightly increased in popularity from 2000 to 2010. In 2000, Topol ranked as the 83,965th most popular surname, but by 2010, it had climbed to the 81,181st position, marking a 3.32% increase in rank. Furthermore, there was a 12.02% rise in the count of people with the Topol surname in the United States during this period, growing from 208 in 2000 to 233 in 2010. However, the proportion of individuals bearing the Topol surname per 100,000 population remained constant at 0.08.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #83,965 | #81,181 | 3.32% |
| Count | 208 | 233 | 12.02% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.08 | 0.08 | 0% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Topol
The Decennial U.S. Census data also provides insights into the ethnic identity associated with the Topol surname. In 2000 and 2010, no significant presence of Asian/Pacific Islander, Two or more races, Hispanic, Black, or American Indian and Alaskan Native identities were reported among those bearing the Topol surname. The vast majority of Topols identified as White, with a notable increase from 97.60% in 2000 to 99.14% in 2010.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 97.6% | 99.14% | 1.58% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Two or More Races | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Hispanic | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Black | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |