Band
An occupational surname referring to someone who made bands or hoops.
According to the 2010 US Census Bureau surname tables, roughly 788 Americans carry the last name Band. That puts it at #33,894 in the national surname ranking, appearing at a frequency of 0.23 per 100,000 people (about 1 in 434,967 residents).
This page is the full Name Census profile for the Band 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
788
1 in 434,967
Census rank
#33,894
2010 decennial data
Per 100,000
0.2
Frequency rate
Recorded bearers
671
very rare in the US
Popularity narrative
The Census Bureau recorded 671 bearers of the surname Band in its 2010 decennial surname file. At a rate of 0.23 per 100,000 residents, it holds the 33894th position in the national surname ranking.
Among Census respondents with the surname Band, the largest self-reported group is White at 86.1%. The next largest groups are Asian/Pacific Islander (6.3%) and Hispanic (3.9%).
Origin
Meaning and origin of Band
The surname BAND has its origins in medieval England, originating in the Anglo-Saxon period (5th to 11th centuries AD). It is believed to have derived from the Old English word "bend," meaning a thin strip or ribbon, potentially referring to a ribbon maker or someone who lived near a bend in a river or road.
In the Domesday Book, a great survey of England commissioned by William the Conqueror in 1086, there are records of individuals bearing the name BAND or similar spellings such as "Bende" or "Bande." These early mentions suggest the name was well-established in various parts of England by the late 11th century.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the BAND surname is found in the Pipe Rolls of Gloucestershire from 1195, which mention a Richard Band. Another early example is Richard le Bande, who is listed in the Curia Regis Rolls of Bedfordshire in 1212.
The surname BAND is also connected to various place names in England, such as Band Green in Yorkshire and Band Pool in Worcestershire. These place names may have influenced the adoption or spread of the surname in those regions.
Notable individuals with the surname BAND throughout history include John Band (1586-1648), an English clergyman and author; Cuthbert Band (1630-1716), an English Roman Catholic priest and controversialist; and William Band (1768-1853), an English cricketer who played for Hampshire.
In the 16th century, the BAND surname appeared in the records of the Visitations of Essex, a series of heraldic surveys conducted by officers of the College of Arms. Thomas Band of Essex was listed in the 1558 Visitation.
Another noteworthy figure was Sir Ralph Band (1516-1559), an English lawyer and judge who served as Lord Chief Justice of the Common Pleas under Queen Mary I. He was born in Northamptonshire and played a significant role in the legal system during the Tudor period.
In the 18th century, Robert Band (1720-1767) was a renowned English clockmaker and watchmaker from London, known for his skillful craftsmanship and innovative designs.
Demographics
Ancestry and ethnicity for Band
Among Census respondents with the surname Band, the largest self-reported group is White at 86.1%. The next largest groups are Asian/Pacific Islander (6.3%) and Hispanic (3.9%).
The bar chart below shows how Band 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 Band surname at the time of the 2010 Census, not any inherent property of the name itself.
- White86.1%
- Asian and Pacific Islander6.3%
- Hispanic or Latino3.9%
- Black or African American2.2%
Year on year
2010 vs 2010 Census
How has the Band 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 | #33,894 | #33,894 | 0.0% |
| Count | 671 | 671 | 0.0% |
| Per 100K | 0.23 | 0.23 | 0.0% |
Between the 2010 and 2010 Census, the number of Band bearers went from 671 to 671 (+0.0% change). The surname held its position in the national ranking, going from #33,894 to #33,894.
Notable bearers
Famous people with the surname Band
FAQ
Band surname: questions and answers
How common is the last name Band?
The surname Band holds position #33,894 in the US Census Bureau's surname ranking, with an estimated 788 living bearers. It occurs at a rate of 0.23 per 100,000 Americans.
What is the ethnic background of the Band surname?
Among Census respondents with the surname Band, the largest self-reported group is White at 86.1%. The next largest groups are Asian/Pacific Islander (6.3%) and Hispanic (3.9%). 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.