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

Belteton, 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 Belteton surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Belteton in America

Belteton is the 89403rd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Belteton surname appeared 207 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 Belteton.

We can also compare 2010 data for Belteton 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 Belteton

The surname Belteton originated in England during the late 11th century, shortly after the Norman Conquest of 1066. It is believed to be derived from the Old English words "beltan" meaning "to gird" and "tun" meaning "enclosure" or "settlement." This suggests that the name may have referred to a person who lived in a fortified or enclosed settlement.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name can be found in the Domesday Book of 1086, which was a comprehensive survey of landowners and their holdings commissioned by William the Conqueror. The entry mentions a "Radulfus de Belteton" as holding lands in the village of Beltetun, located in what is now Oxfordshire.

In the 13th century, the name appeared in various forms, such as Belteton, Beltetun, and Belton, reflecting the evolution of spelling conventions over time. During this period, the Belteton family established itself as a respected landed gentry, with several members holding prominent positions in local government and the clergy.

One notable figure was Sir John Belteton, who was born in 1298 and served as a knight in the campaigns of Edward III during the Hundred Years' War. He was awarded lands and titles for his valiant service and is mentioned in several contemporary chronicles.

Another significant figure was William Belteton, born in 1415, who was a wealthy wool merchant and served as the Mayor of Bristol in 1472. His successful business dealings and civic involvement contributed to the family's standing and influence in the region.

In the 16th century, the Belteton name gained further renown with the birth of Elizabeth Belteton (1554-1619), a renowned scholar and translator who was fluent in several languages, including Greek and Latin. Her published works on classical literature were highly regarded during the Renaissance period.

During the English Civil War in the 17th century, the Belteton family supported the Royalist cause, with several members serving in the King's army. Captain Thomas Belteton (1610-1677) was noted for his bravery in battle and was later granted lands in recognition of his loyalty.

As the centuries passed, the Belteton name continued to be associated with various professions and pursuits, including law, academia, and the arts. One notable figure from the 18th century was Sir Richard Belteton (1722-1798), a renowned architect who designed several notable buildings in London, including St. Paul's Church in Covent Garden.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Belteton

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

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

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