Langenkamp
A German surname meaning "long field" or "long meadow".
According to the 2010 US Census Bureau surname tables, roughly 377 Americans carry the last name Langenkamp. That puts it at #63,698 in the national surname ranking, appearing at a frequency of 0.11 per 100,000 people (about 1 in 909,163 residents).
This page is the full Name Census profile for the Langenkamp surname. You will find the Census Bureau frequency data, an ancestry and ethnicity breakdown based on self-reported demographics, the name's meaning and origin where available, and answers to the most common questions people ask about this surname.
Bearers in the US
377
1 in 909,163
Census rank
#63,698
2010 decennial data
Per 100,000
0.1
Frequency rate
Recorded bearers
313
very rare in the US
Popularity narrative
The Census Bureau recorded 313 bearers of the surname Langenkamp in its 2010 decennial surname file. At a rate of 0.11 per 100,000 residents, it holds the 63698th position in the national surname ranking.
Among Census respondents with the surname Langenkamp, the largest self-reported group is White at 91.7%. The next largest groups are Two or More Races (3.2%) and Hispanic (2.6%).
Origin
Meaning and origin of Langenkamp
The surname Langenkamp has its origins in Germany, dating back to the medieval period. It is believed to be derived from the Old German words "lang" meaning "long" and "kamp" meaning "field" or "meadow." This suggests that the name may have originally referred to someone who lived near or worked on a long field or meadow.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Langenkamp can be found in a document from the city of Cologne, dated around the 13th century. The document mentions a certain "Heinrich Langenkamp," indicating that the name was already in use at that time.
In the 14th century, a prominent figure named Johannes Langenkamp was a renowned scholar and theologian at the University of Heidelberg. He is known for his contributions to the study of canon law and his writings on various theological subjects.
During the 16th century, a man named Christoph Langenkamp was a notable artist and engraver from the city of Nuremberg. His woodcuts and engravings were highly regarded and can be found in various collections across Europe.
In the 17th century, a famous bearer of the Langenkamp name was Johann Langenkamp, a German composer and organist. He was celebrated for his church music compositions and served as the organist at the St. Michael's Church in Hamburg.
Another notable figure with the surname Langenkamp was Friedrich Langenkamp, a 19th-century German writer and poet. He was born in 1809 and became known for his romantic poetry and his contributions to the literary scene of his time.
Over the centuries, the surname Langenkamp has also been associated with various places and geographical locations in Germany. For example, there is a small village called Langenkamp in the state of Lower Saxony, which may have derived its name from the surname or vice versa.
While the surname Langenkamp is predominantly of German origin, it has since spread to other parts of the world through migration and cultural exchange. However, its roots can be traced back to the historical regions of Germany, where it first emerged and gained significance.
Demographics
Ancestry and ethnicity for Langenkamp
Among Census respondents with the surname Langenkamp, the largest self-reported group is White at 91.7%. The next largest groups are Two or More Races (3.2%) and Hispanic (2.6%).
The bar chart below shows how Langenkamp bearers described their own race and ethnicity on the 2010 Census form. The Census Bureau groups responses into six broad categories: White, Black or African American, Hispanic or Latino, Asian and Pacific Islander, American Indian and Alaska Native, and Two or More Races. When a category has too few respondents for a given surname, the Bureau suppresses the figure to protect individual privacy, which is why some names show fewer than six slices.
Keep in mind that these are self-reported numbers. A person's surname does not determine their race or ethnicity, and the distribution you see here reflects the specific population who happened to carry the Langenkamp surname at the time of the 2010 Census, not any inherent property of the name itself.
- White91.7%
- Two or more races3.2%
- Hispanic or Latino2.6%
- Black or African American2.2%
Year on year
2010 vs 2010 Census
How has the Langenkamp surname changed between Census years? The chart shows bearer count side by side, and the table compares rank, count, and frequency.
Census year comparison
| Metric | 2010 | 2010 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #63,698 | #63,698 | 0.0% |
| Count | 313 | 313 | 0.0% |
| Per 100K | 0.11 | 0.11 | 0.0% |
Between the 2010 and 2010 Census, the number of Langenkamp bearers went from 313 to 313 (+0.0% change). The surname held its position in the national ranking, going from #63,698 to #63,698.
Notable bearers
Famous people with the surname Langenkamp
FAQ
Langenkamp surname: questions and answers
How common is the last name Langenkamp?
The surname Langenkamp holds position #63,698 in the US Census Bureau's surname ranking, with an estimated 377 living bearers. It occurs at a rate of 0.11 per 100,000 Americans.
What is the ethnic background of the Langenkamp surname?
Among Census respondents with the surname Langenkamp, the largest self-reported group is White at 91.7%. The next largest groups are Two or More Races (3.2%) and Hispanic (2.6%). These figures come from the 2010 Census Bureau surname tables, based on how respondents described their own race and ethnicity.
Where does this surname data come from?
All surname statistics on Name Census are drawn from the US Census Bureau's decennial surname frequency tables. These tables list every surname that appeared 100 or more times in the 2010 Census, along with a frequency rate and self-reported demographic breakdown. You can read the full explanation on our methodology page.