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

Kokoris, 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 Kokoris surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Kokoris in America

Kokoris is the 150452nd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Kokoris surname appeared 109 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 Kokoris.

We can also compare 2010 data for Kokoris 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 Kokoris

The surname Kokoris originates from Greece, tracing its roots back to the medieval period. It is believed to have derived from the Greek word "kokora," which translates to "chicken" or "hen." This connection suggests that the name may have initially referred to an occupation or trade involving poultry farming or related activities.

The earliest recorded instances of the Kokoris surname can be found in historical documents from the Byzantine era, particularly in regions such as Thessaloniki and the Peloponnese peninsula. During this time, surnames were often derived from occupations, physical characteristics, or geographical locations, reflecting the agricultural and pastoral lifestyles prevalent in these areas.

One notable historical figure bearing the Kokoris surname was Ioannis Kokoris, a prominent scholar and theologian who lived during the 15th century. He was known for his contributions to the study of Byzantine literature and his work as a scribe, preserving valuable manuscripts and texts from that era.

In the 18th century, the Kokoris name appeared in various records and documents from the Greek islands, particularly Crete and the Cyclades archipelago. During this period, the name was sometimes spelled as "Kokoris," "Kokores," or "Kokkores," reflecting regional variations in pronunciation and written forms.

Another influential figure with the Kokoris surname was Panagiotis Kokoris, born in 1853 on the island of Andros. He was a renowned educator and author, advocating for the modernization of the Greek education system and the preservation of Greek cultural heritage.

As the centuries progressed, the Kokoris name spread throughout Greece and the Greek diaspora communities around the world. Notably, Georgios Kokoris, born in 1890 in Thessaloniki, was a prominent journalist and political activist who played a significant role in the Greek struggle for independence from the Ottoman Empire.

Other notable individuals with the Kokoris surname include:

1. Konstantinos Kokoris (1871-1942), a Greek artist and painter renowned for his landscape and portrait works.
2. Eleni Kokoris (1924-2008), a celebrated Greek actress who graced the stage and screen for over six decades.
3. Alexandros Kokoris (1909-1986), a respected historian and author who specialized in the study of ancient Greek civilization.
4. Nikos Kokoris (born 1952), a contemporary Greek writer and poet, known for his lyrical and evocative works.
5. Maria Kokoris (born 1978), a successful entrepreneur and businesswoman who founded a thriving fashion and lifestyle brand.

While the Kokoris surname may have humble origins rooted in agricultural traditions, it has since become a testament to the rich cultural heritage and diverse contributions of Greek individuals across various fields and disciplines throughout history.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Kokoris

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

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

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