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

Baytops, 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 Baytops surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Baytops in America

Baytops is the 129825th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Baytops surname appeared 131 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 Baytops.

We can also compare 2010 data for Baytops 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 Baytops

The surname Baytops has its origins in England, dating back to the 16th century. It is believed to have originated from a combination of two Old English words, "bayt" meaning pasture or grazing land, and "top" referring to a hilltop or elevated ground. This suggests that the name was initially associated with individuals residing or working on grazing lands situated on hilltops or elevated areas.

One of the earliest recorded references to the name Baytops can be found in the Hertfordshire Parish Records from the late 1500s, where it appears as "Baytoppes." This variation in spelling was common during that era, as standardized spellings were not yet widely established. The name also appears in the Gloucestershire County Records from the early 1600s, indicating its spread across different regions of England.

Interestingly, the Baytops name has been linked to several notable individuals throughout history. One such figure was John Baytops, a prominent landowner and magistrate who lived in Warwickshire during the late 16th century. His name is documented in various legal records and property deeds from that time period.

Another individual worth mentioning is William Baytops, born in 1624 in Oxfordshire. He was a respected scholar and theologian who authored several treatises on religious subjects during the 17th century. His works were widely circulated and contributed to the intellectual discourse of his time.

In the 18th century, the name was associated with Thomas Baytops, a successful merchant and trader who owned several properties in London. He was known for his business acumen and his involvement in the city's thriving commercial activities.

Moving into the 19th century, the Baytops surname gained further prominence with the life of Elizabeth Baytops, born in 1802 in Yorkshire. She was a prominent advocate for women's rights and education, actively campaigning for equal opportunities and social reforms during the Victorian era.

Lastly, it is worth noting that the name Baytops has also been linked to several place names across England. For instance, there is a hamlet called Baytops in Wiltshire, and a small village named Baytops Cross in Somerset. These locations likely derived their names from the original surname, further solidifying its historical roots in the English landscape.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Baytops

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

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

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