How common is the Papadopulous surname?

There are approximately 12,000 people with the surname Papadopulous in the United States.

Papadopulous

Q: What does the surname Papadopulous mean?

The surname Papadopulous means "Son of Papadopulos, a patronymic surname meaning 'son of the priest's son.'". It is of Greek origin.

Patronymic

Meaning

Son of Papadopulos, a patronymic surname meaning 'son of the priest's son.'

Etymology

A variant spelling of Papadopoulos, derived from Greek 'papas' (priest) and 'dopoulos' (son), with '-ous' as a patronymic suffix. The spelling variation reflects different transliteration conventions from Greek to English.

About the Papadopulous Surname

A variant spelling of the Greek patronymic Papadopoulos with the same religious and familial significance. The name reflects transliteration variations common in Greek surnames.

Distribution & Frequency

Estimated 12,000 bearers in the United States #1,040 most common surname

Rare Common

Primarily found in Greece and Greek diaspora communities.

Notable Bearers

People with the Papadopulous Surname

Ysia Joury Papadopulous

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Quick Facts

Origin: Greek
Classification: Patronymic
Earliest Record: Medieval Greece
Estimated Bearers: 12,000