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

Beckton, 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 Beckton surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Beckton in America

Beckton is the 78821st most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Beckton surname appeared 242 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 Beckton.

We can also compare 2010 data for Beckton 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 Beckton

The surname BECKTON is of English origin, derived from a place name that can be traced back to the 11th century. The name likely originated in the county of Essex, where there is a town called Beckton located near the River Thames.

The name BECKTON is believed to be derived from the Old English words "bæcc" and "tun," which together mean "a settlement by a stream." This suggests that the earliest bearers of this surname lived near a stream or brook, perhaps in the area that is now known as Beckton, Essex.

One of the earliest recorded mentions of the name BECKTON can be found in the Domesday Book of 1086, a comprehensive survey of land ownership and taxation in England commissioned by William the Conqueror. The entry refers to a place called "Bechetuna," which is likely the modern-day Beckton.

In the 13th century, the name appeared in various court records and charters, spelled as "Becketon" or "Beketon." This variation in spelling was common during that time, as standardized spelling conventions had not yet been established.

One notable figure in history who bore the surname BECKTON was Sir John Beckton, a wealthy merchant and landowner who lived in the 15th century. He was known for his philanthropic efforts and contributed to the construction of several churches and charitable institutions in Essex.

Another prominent individual with the BECKTON surname was William Beckton, born in 1612, who was a prominent Puritan minister and religious leader during the English Civil War. He was known for his fiery sermons and his staunch support for the Parliamentary cause against King Charles I.

In the 18th century, there was a notable family of architects and builders known as the Becktons. They were responsible for designing and constructing several notable buildings in London and the surrounding areas, including churches, mansions, and public buildings.

One of the most famous figures with the BECKTON surname was Elizabeth Beckton, born in 1827, who was a pioneering educator and advocate for women's rights. She founded one of the first schools for girls in England and worked tirelessly to promote equal educational opportunities for women.

Another notable BECKTON was Sir Robert Beckton, born in 1854, who was a distinguished military leader and served as a general in the British Army during the First World War. He was highly decorated for his service and is remembered for his strategic leadership and bravery on the battlefield.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Beckton

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

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

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