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

Kappas, 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 Kappas surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Kappas in America

Kappas is the 82044th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Kappas surname appeared 230 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 Kappas.

We can also compare 2010 data for Kappas 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 Kappas

The surname Kappas has its origins in Greece, with roots that can be traced back to the Byzantine era. This name is derived from the Greek word "kappa," which is the tenth letter of the Greek alphabet. In ancient times, the letter kappa was often used as a symbol or abbreviation for various words and concepts.

One possible theory suggests that the name Kappas may have originated from the Greek word "kappos," which means "a small boat or ship." This could indicate that the earliest bearers of this surname were associated with maritime activities or lived in coastal regions of Greece.

During the Byzantine period, surnames were not as common as they are today. However, some historical records from that era do mention individuals with the surname Kappas or similar variations, such as Kappanis or Kappatos.

In the 14th century, a notable figure named Ioannis Kappas was a prominent scholar and theologian who lived in the city of Thessaloniki. He wrote several treatises on religious and philosophical subjects and was highly regarded for his intellectual contributions.

Another individual of note was Constantinos Kappas, a merchant and trader who lived in the 16th century. He was known for his successful business ventures and for establishing trade routes between the Ottoman Empire and various European cities.

In the 18th century, a man named Georgios Kappas gained recognition as a skilled architect and builder. He was responsible for the construction of several churches and monasteries in the Greek islands, and his work is still admired for its intricate designs and attention to detail.

During the 19th century, a family of landowners and farmers named Kappas owned extensive vineyards and olive groves in the region of Peloponnese. They were renowned for their high-quality wine and olive oil production, which contributed to the local economy.

Another notable figure with the surname Kappas was Alexandros Kappas, who lived in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. He was a prominent lawyer and political activist who fought for Greek independence and advocated for democratic reforms in his country.

While the surname Kappas originated in Greece, it has since spread to various parts of the world due to migration and diaspora communities. However, its roots can be traced back to the ancient and rich cultural heritage of Greece, where it has been a part of the historical tapestry for centuries.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Kappas

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

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

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