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

Maupins, 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 Maupins surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Maupins in America

Maupins is the 114424th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Maupins surname appeared 153 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 Maupins.

We can also compare 2010 data for Maupins 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 Maupins

The surname MAUPINS originated in France, with roots dating back to the medieval period. It is believed to be derived from the Old French word "malpins," which referred to a breed of small horses or ponies. This name likely originated as a descriptive nickname for someone who worked with or bred these animals.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name MAUPINS can be found in the Domesday Book, a comprehensive record of landholdings in England commissioned by William the Conqueror in 1086. The name appears as "Malpinus," indicating that individuals with this surname had already made their way to England by the late 11th century.

During the Middle Ages, the name MAUPINS was particularly prevalent in the Normandy region of France. Historical records from the 13th and 14th centuries document several individuals bearing this surname, including Jean Maupins (c. 1275-1342), a prominent merchant and landowner in the town of Rouen.

As the MAUPINS family spread throughout France and beyond, variations in spelling began to emerge. In addition to Maupins, alternative forms such as Maupin, Mauping, and Malpins were also used. These variations often reflected regional dialects and linguistic influences.

One notable bearer of the MAUPINS surname was Jacques Maupins (1520-1587), a French theologian and scholar who served as a professor at the University of Paris. His contributions to the field of theology and his published works on religious doctrine earned him recognition during the Renaissance period.

In the 17th century, the name MAUPINS gained further prominence with the exploits of Pierre Maupins (1638-1714), a French military officer who distinguished himself in the Wars of the Grand Alliance. His service and valor in battle earned him the title of Chevalier (Knight) and a place in the annals of French military history.

Another historically significant individual with the MAUPINS surname was Marie-Françoise Maupins (1688-1741), a French playwright and writer. Her plays, which explored themes of love, betrayal, and societal norms, were widely performed in Paris and gained her a reputation as a skilled dramatist.

As the MAUPINS family continued to spread across Europe and eventually to other continents, the name became associated with various locations and place names. For example, in England, there are localities such as Maupins Farm and Maupins Hill, which likely derived their names from early settlers bearing this surname.

While the origins of the MAUPINS surname can be traced back to medieval France, it has since become a global name, carried by individuals from diverse backgrounds and cultures. Throughout its history, the name has been borne by merchants, scholars, military leaders, and artists, each leaving their mark on the tapestry of human experience.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Maupins

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

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

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