About Gapen
The surname Gapen is of English origin and is derived from the Old English word "gapian," meaning "to gaze" or "to stare." It is believed to have originated as a nickname for someone with a distinctive or intense gaze. Over time, the surname Gapen has evolved and been passed down through generations, becoming a hereditary family name.
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The surname Gapen is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Gapen based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
Ranking information for the surname Gapen is not currently available.
Here's how to represent Gapen in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Gapen using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.