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

Bane, 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 Bane surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Bane in America

Bane is the 6127th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Bane surname appeared 5,591 times in the 2010 census and if you were to sample 100,000 people in the United States, approximately 2 people would have the surname Bane.

We can also compare 2010 data for Bane 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 Bane

The surname Bane has its origins in medieval England, emerging in the 12th century. It is derived from the Old English word "bana," meaning "slayer" or "destruction." This surname likely originated as a descriptive name for a fierce warrior or someone known for their bold and destructive nature.

The earliest recorded instances of the surname Bane can be found in various historical records from the 13th century onwards. One notable example is the mention of a William Bane in the Pipe Rolls of Gloucestershire in 1203. The Hundred Rolls of 1273 also list several individuals with the surname Bane, such as Adam le Bane and Roger le Bane, residing in various regions of England.

In the 14th century, the surname Bane appeared in several medieval manuscripts and chronicles. The Chancery Rolls of 1389 recorded a John Bane from Oxfordshire, while the Poll Tax Records of 1379 listed a Thomas Bane from Yorkshire. These historical documents provide valuable insights into the geographical distribution and prevalence of the surname during that era.

One of the earliest notable individuals with the surname Bane was Sir John Bane (1380-1445), a prominent English landowner and member of the gentry from Gloucestershire. Another prominent figure was Richard Bane (1494-1561), a respected scholar and theologian who served as the Master of Peterhouse, Cambridge.

During the 16th and 17th centuries, the surname Bane was associated with several notable figures. One such individual was Sir Walter Bane (1548-1623), a renowned English naval commander who played a significant role in the defeat of the Spanish Armada in 1588. Another notable figure was William Bane (1625-1680), a successful merchant and philanthropist who made significant contributions to the city of Bristol.

In the 18th century, the surname Bane was linked to several literary figures. One notable example was John Bane (1715-1792), an English poet and playwright who gained recognition for his satirical works. Additionally, the surname was associated with the Bane family of Gloucestershire, which included several prominent landowners and members of the local gentry.

Throughout its history, the surname Bane has also been linked to various place names and locations across England. For instance, the village of Baneham in Gloucestershire was once known as "Bane's Ham," suggesting a connection to an early bearer of the surname. Similarly, the hamlet of Banehill in Berkshire was likely named after an individual or family with the surname Bane.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Bane

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

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

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