Heraldry and the Pappas Surname

Before any talk of crests, here are the plain facts about Pappas.

How many people are named Pappas?

The 2010 census count for Pappas in the United States was 16,559, good for rank 2,198. It sits within the 2,500 most common last names in the country.

Where does the Pappas name come from?

We don't publish a meaning for Pappas without a reliable source. Our researchers work it out from the records of each family. Local archives often hold baptisms and marriages that never reached online indexes.

Is there a Pappas coat of arms?

Heraldry follows families, not surnames. A Pappas coat of arms, where one exists, belonged to a specific line.

Research your Pappas family history with a full surname report and painted coat of arms.