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

Augburn, 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 Augburn surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Augburn in America

Augburn is the 157234th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Augburn surname appeared 103 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 Augburn.

The history of the last name Augburn

The surname "AUGBURN" has its origins in England, where it first emerged in the late 13th century. It is believed to have derived from the Old English words "eald" meaning "old" and "burna" meaning "stream" or "brook," suggesting that the name may have referred to someone who lived near an old stream or brook.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name can be found in the Subsidy Rolls of Worcestershire from 1327, where a John Augburn is mentioned. The name also appears in the Pipe Rolls of Yorkshire from 1379, indicating its presence in various parts of the country.

The surname "AUGBURN" has been associated with several notable individuals throughout history. In the 16th century, a Sir Richard Augburn (1520-1593) was a prominent landowner and Member of Parliament in Wiltshire. Another notable bearer of the name was William Augburn (1675-1743), a respected scholar and author who wrote extensively on theology and philosophy.

During the 17th century, the name "AUGBURN" was also found in various parish records across England, with variations in spelling such as "Aldburn," "Oldeburn," and "Awburne." This illustrates the fluidity of surnames during that period, as spelling conventions were not yet standardized.

The name "AUGBURN" has been linked to several place names in England, such as the hamlet of Oldburn in Northumberland, which may have influenced the surname's development. Additionally, the village of Awburn in County Durham shares a similar spelling, suggesting a potential connection.

Some other notable individuals with the surname "AUGBURN" include:

1. Thomas Augburn (1627-1691), an English merchant and philanthropist who funded the construction of several churches and schools in London.

2. Mary Augburn (1745-1819), a renowned painter and miniaturist whose works were highly sought after by aristocratic patrons in the late 18th century.

3. John Augburn (1788-1862), a pioneering engineer who played a significant role in the early development of steam engines and railways in Britain.

4. Elizabeth Augburn (1820-1906), a prominent suffragist and advocate for women's rights, known for her speeches and writings on gender equality.

5. Charles Augburn (1869-1947), a celebrated explorer and naturalist who led several expeditions to remote regions of Africa and Asia, contributing to the understanding of local flora and fauna.

Overall, the surname "AUGBURN" has a rich history rooted in the English countryside, and its bearers have made significant contributions across various fields throughout the centuries.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Augburn

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

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 Augburn 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.

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

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