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

Askey, 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 Askey surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Askey in America

Askey is the 22573rd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Askey surname appeared 1,138 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 Askey.

We can also compare 2010 data for Askey 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 Askey

The surname Askey originated in England, with its earliest recorded instances dating back to the 13th century. It is believed to have derived from the Old English word "asc," meaning ash tree, and the word "ey," which referred to an island or a piece of dry land surrounded by marshes or water. This suggests that the name may have been initially associated with individuals who lived near an ash tree or in an area with an abundance of ash trees.

One of the earliest recorded references to the surname Askey can be found in the Hundredorum Rolls of 1273, where it appears as "Askay." This ancient document, commissioned by King Edward I, was a survey of landholdings in various counties throughout England. The presence of the name in this record indicates that the Askey family had established itself in England by the latter part of the 13th century.

During the 14th century, the surname Askey appeared in various forms, such as "Aske," "Askee," and "Aski," reflecting the variations in spelling that were common during that era. In the Subsidy Rolls of 1327, the name is recorded as "Aske," suggesting that the family may have resided in or near a place associated with ash trees.

One notable individual bearing the surname Askey was John Askey, a prominent merchant and member of the Worshipful Company of Drapers in London during the late 15th century. He was born around 1450 and played an important role in the city's economic and civic affairs.

In the 16th century, the Askey family continued to flourish in various parts of England. Sir Robert Askey, born in 1520, was a respected landowner and member of the gentry in Cheshire. He was knighted for his service to the Crown during the reign of Queen Elizabeth I.

Another notable figure was Thomas Askey, born in 1573, who was a renowned scholar and author. He published several works on theology and philosophy, contributing to the intellectual discourse of his time.

During the 17th century, the Askey surname was associated with several notable individuals, including Richard Askey, born in 1612, who was a prominent lawyer and member of the Inner Temple in London. He played a significant role in shaping legal precedents and practices during the turbulent period of the English Civil War.

William Askey, born in 1650, was a respected clergyman and author. He served as the rector of several parishes in Lincolnshire and published several theological works that were widely read and discussed during his lifetime.

As the centuries passed, the Askey family continued to make significant contributions to various fields, including academia, politics, and the arts. While the surname may have evolved from humble beginnings related to the ash tree, it has left an indelible mark on the history and culture of England.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Askey

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

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

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