Find out how popular the last name Coppock is in the United States and learn more about the meaning, history, and race and ethnic origin of people in America who are named Coppock.

Coppock, like all of the last names we have data for, is identified by the U.S. Census Bureau as a surname which has more than 100 occurrences in the United States in the Decennial Census survey. The most recent statistics we have for the Coppock surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Coppock in America

Coppock is the 12627th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Coppock surname appeared 2,451 times in the 2010 census and if you were to sample 100,000 people in the United States, approximately 1 people would have the surname Coppock.

We can also compare 2010 data for Coppock to data from the previous census in 2000. The table below contains all of the statistics for both years in a side-by-side comparison.

The history of the last name Coppock

The surname Coppock has its origins in England, dating back to the 13th century. It is believed to be a locational name derived from the Old English words "copp," meaning hill or summit, and "hoc," meaning hook or bend. This suggests that the name likely originated from someone who lived near a distinctive hill or bend in the landscape.

One of the earliest recorded references to the name can be found in the Hundred Rolls of 1273, which lists a Richard de Coppehoc in Derbyshire. This early spelling variation highlights the name's locational roots and its evolution over time.

In the 14th century, the name appeared as Cophouk in Yorkshire's Wakefield Court Rolls, further reinforcing its connection to geographical features. Additionally, the Subsidy Rolls of 1332 in Staffordshire mention a William de Coppenhog, showcasing another variation in spelling.

The Coppock name can also be traced to various places throughout England, such as Coppenhall in Cheshire and Copnall in Staffordshire. These place names likely contributed to the surname's formation and subsequent variations.

Notable individuals with the Coppock surname include Sir John Coppock (1621-1689), a prominent English lawyer and politician who served as Recorder of Nottingham. Another figure was William Coppock (1599-1662), an English clergyman and author known for his religious writings.

In the United States, one of the earliest recorded instances of the name dates back to the late 17th century, with John Coppock (1638-1689) being among the first settlers in Pennsylvania. He was a Quaker who emigrated from England and played a role in the early development of the colony.

Other notable individuals include James Coppock (1799-1857), an American farmer and abolitionist who famously provided shelter to abolitionists and helped enslaved people escape to freedom through the Underground Railroad. Additionally, Joseph Coppock (1813-1892) was a British textile manufacturer and philanthropist known for his contributions to education and social welfare initiatives.

Throughout history, the Coppock surname has maintained its roots in England, with various spelling variations reflecting its locational origins and the evolution of language over time. While the name may have spread to other parts of the world through migration, its earliest recorded instances and historical references can be traced back to the English counties where it first emerged.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Coppock

We also have some data on the ancestry of people with the surname Coppock.

The below race categories are the modified race categories used in the Census Bureau's population estimates program. All people were categorized into six mutually exclusive racial and Hispanic origin groups:

1. White only
2. Black only
3. American Indian and Alaskan Native only
4. Asian and Pacific Islander only
5. Hispanic
6. Two or More Races

For the most recent 2010 census data, the race/ethnic origin breakdown for Coppock was:

Note: Any fields showing (S) means the data was suppressed for privacy so that the data does not in any way identify any specific individuals.

Since we have data from the previous census in 2000, we can also compare the values to see how the popularity of Coppock has changed in the 10 years between the two census surveys.

Data source

The last name data and ethnic breakdown of last names is sourced directly from the Decennial Census survey, conducted every 10 years by the United States Census Bureau.

The history and meaning of the name Coppock was researched and written by our team of onomatology and genealogy experts.

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