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

Demopoulos, 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 Demopoulos surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Demopoulos in America

Demopoulos is the 42455th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Demopoulos surname appeared 511 times in the 2010 census and if you were to sample 100,000 people in the United States, approximately 0 people would have the surname Demopoulos.

We can also compare 2010 data for Demopoulos 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 Demopoulos

The surname Demopoulos has its origins in Greece, tracing back to the Byzantine era of the 4th to 15th centuries. It is derived from the Greek words "demos," meaning people, and "polis," meaning city or town, essentially translating to "of the people of the city." This suggests that the name may have been associated with individuals who held positions of authority or prominence within their local communities.

In ancient Greek records and manuscripts, variations of the name, such as Demopolis and Demopoulou, can be found, indicating its longstanding presence in the region. One notable early reference is found in the writings of the Byzantine historian Procopius of Caesarea, who lived from around 500 to 565 AD, mentioning individuals with similar surnames.

The earliest recorded instance of the specific spelling "Demopoulos" can be traced back to the 12th century, appearing in a document from the city of Thessaloniki. This document details a land transaction involving a certain Demetrios Demopoulos, suggesting the name's association with landowners or individuals of means during that period.

Throughout the centuries, several notable figures have borne the surname Demopoulos. One prominent example is Ioannis Demopoulos, a Greek scholar and philosopher who lived from 1520 to 1589. He is known for his contributions to the study of ancient Greek texts and his influential teachings at various academic institutions across the Byzantine Empire.

Another significant figure is Konstantinos Demopoulos, a Greek military leader and statesman who lived from 1786 to 1854. He played a pivotal role in the Greek War of Independence against the Ottoman Empire, distinguishing himself as a skilled strategist and commander.

In the field of art, the surname is associated with the renowned Greek painter Nikolaos Demopoulos, who lived from 1828 to 1892. His works, depicting scenes of everyday life in Greece, are celebrated for their vivid colors and attention to detail, capturing the essence of the country's culture and traditions.

The name Demopoulos can also be found in the realm of literature, with the Greek poet and writer Eleni Demopoulos, who lived from 1905 to 1988. Her poetic works explored themes of love, loss, and the human experience, earning her critical acclaim and a prominent place in modern Greek literature.

Finally, a notable figure in the field of medicine is Georgios Demopoulos, a Greek physician and researcher who lived from 1940 to 2017. He made significant contributions to the study of cardiovascular diseases and the development of advanced diagnostic techniques, earning him international recognition and numerous awards throughout his career.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Demopoulos

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

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 Demopoulos 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 Demopoulos 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 Demopoulos was researched and written by our team of onomatology and genealogy experts.

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