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

Greep, 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 Greep surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Greep in America

Greep is the 113791st most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Greep surname appeared 154 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 Greep.

We can also compare 2010 data for Greep 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 Greep

The surname GREEP is of English origin, with its roots traced back to the medieval period. It is believed to have originated in the county of Yorkshire, where it was derived from the Old English word "grep," meaning a small ditch or trench.

During the 13th century, the name GREEP appeared in several historical records, such as the Hundred Rolls of Yorkshire, where it was spelled as "Grep." This early variation suggests that the name was initially associated with individuals who lived near or worked on land with ditches or trenches.

One of the earliest recorded bearers of the name GREEP was John Grep, who was mentioned in the Wakefield Court Rolls of 1275. This document provides evidence of the surname's existence and usage during the late medieval period.

In the 16th century, the surname GREEP was also found in the parish records of Ecclesfield, Yorkshire, where it was spelled as "Greppe." This spelling variation highlights the evolution of the name over time and the influence of regional dialects.

Historically, the GREEP surname has been linked to several notable individuals. One such figure was William Greep (1590-1662), a prominent landowner and member of the gentry class in Yorkshire. His descendants continued to hold significant estates in the region for several generations.

Another notable bearer of the GREEP surname was Thomas Greep (1721-1798), a respected scholar and clergyman who served as the Rector of Kirkby Malham in Yorkshire. He was known for his theological writings and contributions to the local community.

In the 19th century, the GREEP surname gained recognition through the work of John Greep (1811-1888), a renowned architect who designed several churches and public buildings in Yorkshire and the surrounding areas.

Additionally, the name GREEP has been associated with various place names in Yorkshire, such as Greep Lane and Greep Farm, further reinforcing its historical connection to the region.

While the surname GREEP may not be as common as some other English surnames, it has a rich history that can be traced back to the medieval period and is deeply rooted in the cultural and geographical landscape of Yorkshire.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Greep

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

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

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