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

Azbell, 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 Azbell surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Azbell in America

Azbell is the 32031st most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Azbell surname appeared 720 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 Azbell.

We can also compare 2010 data for Azbell 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 Azbell

The surname Azbell is believed to have originated in England during the medieval period, with roots that can be traced back to the Anglo-Saxon era. It is thought to be a locational name derived from a now-lost or unidentified place name, possibly a combination of the Old English words "æsc" (ash tree) and "well" (a spring or stream).

The earliest recorded instance of the name Azbell dates back to the 13th century, appearing in the Assize Rolls of Yorkshire in 1279 as "Henricus de Askwell." This suggests that the name may have initially been spelled as "Askwell" or a similar variation before evolving into its modern form.

In the 14th century, the name Azbell appeared in the Subsidy Rolls of Worcestershire in 1327, where it was recorded as "Ricardus Ashwell." This provides evidence of the name's continued use and its association with the ash tree and a well or water source.

One notable bearer of the Azbell surname was William Azbell, a merchant and landowner who lived in London during the late 15th century. Records indicate that he was involved in trade with the Hanseatic League and owned properties in the city.

In the 16th century, the Azbell surname was found in the Pipe Rolls of Norfolk in 1581, where it was recorded as "John Ashwell." This demonstrates the continued use of the name and its various spellings across different regions of England.

Another individual with the Azbell surname worth mentioning is Thomas Azbell, who was born in Gloucestershire in 1635. He was a prominent physician and author, known for his work on medical treatments and his contributions to the field of medicine during that period.

The Azbell surname also has connections to place names in England, such as Ashwell in Hertfordshire and Ashwell in Rutland. These locations may have influenced the development of the surname or served as the original source for its derivation.

Throughout its history, the Azbell surname has been borne by a diverse range of individuals, including landowners, merchants, physicians, and more. While its exact origins remain somewhat obscure, the name's association with the ash tree and water sources provides a glimpse into its potential beginnings in the rural landscapes of medieval England.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Azbell

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

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

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