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

Poppens, 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 Poppens surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Poppens in America

Poppens is the 123796th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Poppens surname appeared 139 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 Poppens.

We can also compare 2010 data for Poppens 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 Poppens

The surname Poppens is of Dutch origin, with roots that can be traced back to the 16th century. It is believed to have originated in the Netherlands, specifically in the regions of North Holland and South Holland. The name is derived from the Dutch word "pop," which means "doll" or "puppet," and was likely an occupational surname given to those who were involved in the manufacture or sale of dolls or puppets.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the Poppens surname can be found in the Dutch archives of the city of Amsterdam, where a record from 1587 mentions a certain Jan Poppens, a merchant who dealt in textiles and other goods. This early reference suggests that the name was already established in the region during the late 16th century.

In the 17th century, the name Poppens appeared in several historical records, indicating its spread across the Netherlands. For instance, in 1623, a man named Pieter Poppens was listed as a resident of the city of Leiden, where he worked as a skilled craftsman. Another notable mention is found in the records of the Dutch East India Company, where a sailor named Dirk Poppens was recorded as part of a crew that sailed to the East Indies in 1652.

As the Dutch colonial presence expanded, the Poppens surname also found its way to other parts of the world. In the late 17th century, a man named Hendrik Poppens was among the early Dutch settlers in what is now South Africa, where he established a farm in the Cape Colony. This suggests that the name had already begun to spread beyond the borders of the Netherlands by this time.

One of the most notable individuals bearing the Poppens surname was Cornelis Poppens (1684-1758), a Dutch artist and engraver who was renowned for his intricate etchings and engravings of landscapes and cityscapes. His works, which captured the beauty of the Dutch countryside and cities, are highly prized by art collectors and historians alike.

Another prominent figure was Joannes Poppens (1721-1795), a Dutch theologian and philosopher who made significant contributions to the field of ethics and moral philosophy. His treatises on ethics and virtue were widely read and discussed in academic circles of the time.

In the 19th century, the name Poppens continued to be found in various parts of the Netherlands and beyond. One notable example is Willem Poppens (1819-1892), a Dutch politician and statesman who served as a member of the Dutch Parliament and played a key role in shaping the country's policies during a period of rapid industrialization and social change.

Throughout its history, the Poppens surname has been associated with a diverse range of professions and backgrounds, from merchants and craftsmen to artists and politicians. While its origins can be traced back to the occupational trades of the Netherlands, the name has since spread across the globe, carried by generations of individuals who have contributed to the rich tapestry of human history and culture.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Poppens

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

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

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