Avary
A French surname derived from the Old French word "avarie", meaning havoc or damage, possibly referring to an occupation or location.
According to the 2010 US Census Bureau surname tables, roughly 274 Americans carry the last name Avary. That puts it at #83,541 in the national surname ranking, appearing at a frequency of 0.08 per 100,000 people (about 1 in 1,250,928 residents).
This page is the full Name Census profile for the Avary surname. You will find the Census Bureau frequency data, an ancestry and ethnicity breakdown based on self-reported demographics, the name's meaning and origin where available, and answers to the most common questions people ask about this surname.
Bearers in the US
274
1 in 1,250,928
Census rank
#83,541
2010 decennial data
Per 100,000
0.1
Frequency rate
Recorded bearers
225
very rare in the US
Popularity narrative
The Census Bureau recorded 225 bearers of the surname Avary in its 2010 decennial surname file. At a rate of 0.08 per 100,000 residents, it holds the 83541st position in the national surname ranking.
Among Census respondents with the surname Avary, the largest self-reported group is White at 80.9%. The next largest groups are Two or More Races (7.6%) and Hispanic (4.9%).
Origin
Meaning and origin of Avary
The surname Avary is believed to have originated in England during the medieval period. It is derived from the Old French word "aveir," which means "property" or "possessions." This suggests that the name may have initially referred to someone who owned or managed property or livestock.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Avary can be found in the Domesday Book, a great survey of land and property conducted in 1086 by order of William the Conqueror. The name appears in various spellings, such as "Averi" and "Averie."
In the 12th century, the name Avary was documented in the Pipe Rolls of Gloucestershire, where it was spelled "Avari." This record suggests that the name was present in the region during that time.
The name Avary has also been linked to place names, such as Avery Farm in Wiltshire, which was recorded in the 13th century. This connection further reinforces the association of the name with land and property ownership.
Notable individuals with the surname Avary include:
1. William Avary (c. 1300 - c. 1360), an English landowner and knight who served in the Hundred Years' War under Edward III.
2. John Avary (c. 1450 - c. 1520), a wealthy merchant and alderman in the City of London during the Tudor period.
3. Elizabeth Avary (c. 1570 - c. 1640), an English writer and poet who published a collection of religious poetry titled "Meditations Divine and Morall" in 1627.
4. Sir Richard Avary (c. 1610 - 1685), a prominent English politician and member of Parliament during the reign of Charles II.
5. Samuel Avary (1672 - 1744), an English clergyman and author who wrote several religious works, including "The Voice of God to the Soul" (1710).
The surname Avary continues to be present in various parts of England, particularly in the counties of Gloucestershire, Wiltshire, and Somerset, where it has historical roots. While the name has evolved in spelling over time, its connection to land ownership and wealth remains a part of its etymology.
Demographics
Ancestry and ethnicity for Avary
Among Census respondents with the surname Avary, the largest self-reported group is White at 80.9%. The next largest groups are Two or More Races (7.6%) and Hispanic (4.9%).
The bar chart below shows how Avary bearers described their own race and ethnicity on the 2010 Census form. The Census Bureau groups responses into six broad categories: White, Black or African American, Hispanic or Latino, Asian and Pacific Islander, American Indian and Alaska Native, and Two or More Races. When a category has too few respondents for a given surname, the Bureau suppresses the figure to protect individual privacy, which is why some names show fewer than six slices.
Keep in mind that these are self-reported numbers. A person's surname does not determine their race or ethnicity, and the distribution you see here reflects the specific population who happened to carry the Avary surname at the time of the 2010 Census, not any inherent property of the name itself.
- White80.9%
- Two or more races7.6%
- Hispanic or Latino4.9%
- Black or African American4.4%
- Asian and Pacific Islander2.2%
Year on year
2010 vs 2010 Census
How has the Avary surname changed between Census years? The chart shows bearer count side by side, and the table compares rank, count, and frequency.
Census year comparison
| Metric | 2010 | 2010 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #83,541 | #83,541 | 0.0% |
| Count | 225 | 225 | 0.0% |
| Per 100K | 0.08 | 0.08 | 0.0% |
Between the 2010 and 2010 Census, the number of Avary bearers went from 225 to 225 (+0.0% change). The surname held its position in the national ranking, going from #83,541 to #83,541.
Notable bearers
Famous people with the surname Avary
FAQ
Avary surname: questions and answers
How common is the last name Avary?
The surname Avary holds position #83,541 in the US Census Bureau's surname ranking, with an estimated 274 living bearers. It occurs at a rate of 0.08 per 100,000 Americans.
What is the ethnic background of the Avary surname?
Among Census respondents with the surname Avary, the largest self-reported group is White at 80.9%. The next largest groups are Two or More Races (7.6%) and Hispanic (4.9%). These figures come from the 2010 Census Bureau surname tables, based on how respondents described their own race and ethnicity.
Where does this surname data come from?
All surname statistics on Name Census are drawn from the US Census Bureau's decennial surname frequency tables. These tables list every surname that appeared 100 or more times in the 2010 Census, along with a frequency rate and self-reported demographic breakdown. You can read the full explanation on our methodology page.