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

Grampus, 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 Grampus surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Grampus in America

Grampus is the 154907th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Grampus surname appeared 105 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 Grampus.

The history of the last name Grampus

The surname "GRAMPUS" is believed to have originated in England, likely during the Middle Ages. It is derived from the Old English word "grampian," which referred to a crested sea monster or a type of whale.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name can be found in the Domesday Book, a comprehensive survey of land and property ownership commissioned by William the Conqueror in 1086. The name appears as "Grampus," possibly referring to someone who lived near the coast or had a profession related to seafaring.

During the 13th century, the name "Grampus" was documented in various legal records and charters, particularly in coastal regions of England. It was sometimes spelled as "Grampian" or "Grampian," reflecting its Old English roots.

In the late 15th century, a notable figure bearing the name "Grampus" was Sir John Grampus (1450-1521), a merchant and ship owner from Bristol. He was known for his successful trading ventures with the Iberian Peninsula and the Mediterranean region.

Another prominent individual with this surname was Richard Grampus (1612-1680), a renowned cartographer and navigator who served as the Royal Hydrographer to King Charles II. His detailed maps and charts of the British coastline and the Atlantic Ocean were widely used by mariners of the time.

In the 18th century, the Grampus family established a presence in the American colonies. One member, William Grampus (1725-1801), was a farmer and landowner in Virginia. He played an active role in the American Revolutionary War, serving as a militia captain.

During the 19th century, the name "Grampus" was found in various historical records, including parish registers and census documents. Notable individuals from this period include Emily Grampus (1840-1912), a pioneering educator and advocate for women's rights in London.

Throughout its history, the surname "Grampus" has been associated with coastal communities, seafaring traditions, and maritime professions. Its origins can be traced back to the Old English language, reflecting the significance of the sea and its creatures in the lives of those who bore this name.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Grampus

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

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 Grampus 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.

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

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