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

Stamatakos, 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 Stamatakos surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Stamatakos in America

Stamatakos is the 111988th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Stamatakos surname appeared 157 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 Stamatakos.

We can also compare 2010 data for Stamatakos 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 Stamatakos

The surname STAMATAKOS originated from Greece, with its earliest recorded use dating back to the 15th century. It is derived from the Greek word "stamata," which means "to stop" or "to halt," suggesting that the name may have been given to someone who lived near a stopping point or resting place along a trade route or pilgrimage trail.

One of the earliest recorded individuals bearing this surname was Ioannis Stamatakos, a merchant from the island of Crete who lived in the late 15th century. Historical records indicate that he traded in spices and textiles, traveling extensively throughout the Mediterranean region.

In the 16th century, the name appears in various municipal records and church registries across the Greek mainland and islands, particularly in the regions of Attica, Peloponnese, and the Cyclades. This suggests that the Stamatakos family had established roots in these areas by this time.

During the 17th and 18th centuries, several notable individuals with the Stamatakos surname emerged. Georgios Stamatakos (1638-1712) was a prominent scholar and philosopher who made significant contributions to the study of ancient Greek texts. His contemporary, Konstantinos Stamatakos (1670-1742), was a renowned poet and playwright whose works were widely celebrated in his time.

The 19th century saw the rise of Nikolaos Stamatakos (1812-1892), a distinguished military officer who played a crucial role in the Greek War of Independence against the Ottoman Empire. His bravery and leadership earned him a place in the annals of Greek history.

Another notable figure was Aikaterini Stamatakos (1856-1920), a pioneering educator who founded one of the first schools for girls in Athens. Her efforts contributed significantly to advancing women's education and empowerment in Greece.

As the Stamatakos family spread across the Greek diaspora, the surname also found its way to other parts of the world. Petros Stamatakos (1879-1957), a successful businessman and philanthropist, established himself in Alexandria, Egypt, where he supported numerous charitable initiatives and cultural institutions.

While the surname STAMATAKOS has its roots in Greece, it has since been carried by individuals who have made their mark in various fields, from academia and the arts to military service and entrepreneurship, contributing to the rich tapestry of cultural heritage in Greece and beyond.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Stamatakos

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

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

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