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

Aylesworth, 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 Aylesworth surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Aylesworth in America

Aylesworth is the 29473rd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Aylesworth surname appeared 801 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 Aylesworth.

We can also compare 2010 data for Aylesworth 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 Aylesworth

The surname Aylesworth has its origins traced back to England, originating in the early medieval period. It is believed to have derived from the Old English words "æt" meaning "at" and "leswurth" meaning "a meadow or pasture." Collectively, the name signifies "one who dwelt at the pasture or meadow."

One of the earliest recorded mentions of the surname can be found in the Domesday Book of 1086, where it appears as "Ailswrde," indicating the name's long-standing presence in English history. The spelling variations during the medieval era included "Ailesworth," "Aylisworth," and "Aylworth."

In the 13th century, records show an individual named Richard Aylesworth, who was a landowner in the county of Suffolk. Another early reference is found in the Subsidy Rolls of Worcestershire from 1327, where a John Aylesworth is listed as a taxpayer.

During the 16th century, the surname gained prominence with the birth of William Aylesworth (1528-1599), a respected scholar and theologian who served as the Archdeacon of Norfolk. His son, Sir Thomas Aylesworth (1576-1657), was a prominent lawyer and Member of Parliament for Norfolk.

In the 17th century, the Aylesworth family established themselves in the American colonies. One of the earliest recorded individuals was John Aylesworth (1620-1693), who settled in Massachusetts and played a significant role in the establishment of the town of Marlborough.

Another notable figure was Captain Samuel Aylesworth (1655-1721), a military officer who fought in King William's War and Queen Anne's War. He was instrumental in defending the colony of Massachusetts against French and Native American attacks.

During the 18th century, the surname gained further recognition with the birth of Reverend John Aylesworth (1718-1798), a prominent Presbyterian minister who played a crucial role in the American Revolutionary War as a member of the Massachusetts Provincial Congress.

As the centuries progressed, the Aylesworth surname continued to spread across various regions, with individuals making their mark in various fields, including law, politics, military, and academia. The name has been associated with several notable individuals throughout history, reflecting its enduring presence and significance.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Aylesworth

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

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

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