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

Bembridge, 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 Bembridge surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Bembridge in America

Bembridge is the 100302nd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Bembridge surname appeared 180 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 Bembridge.

We can also compare 2010 data for Bembridge 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 Bembridge

The surname "BEMBRIDGE" is of English origin, derived from the place name "Bembridge" located on the Isle of Wight. The name dates back to the 11th century and is believed to have evolved from the Old English words "bem" meaning "tree trunk" and "brycg" meaning "bridge," suggesting it was initially given to someone who lived near a wooden bridge.

The earliest recorded instance of the name appears in the Domesday Book of 1086, where it is spelled "Bemirige." This entry suggests the name was already well-established in the region by the time of the Norman Conquest.

During the medieval period, variations of the name included "Bemebrigge," "Bembrigge," and "Bembrigg," reflecting the evolution of spelling over time. The name was primarily concentrated in the Isle of Wight and surrounding areas, with some families eventually migrating to other parts of England.

One notable early bearer of the name was John de Bembridge, a 14th-century scholar and theologian who studied at the University of Oxford. He authored several works on philosophy and theology and was active in the academic circles of his time.

In the 16th century, Richard Bembridge (c. 1530-1605) was a prominent merchant and ship owner based in Southampton, England. He played a significant role in the city's maritime trade and was involved in voyages to the Americas and the Caribbean.

During the English Civil War, Captain William Bembridge (1617-1670) was a Royalist officer who fought for King Charles I. He was captured at the Battle of Worcester in 1651 and later released after the Restoration of the monarchy in 1660.

In the 18th century, James Bembridge (1738-1811) was a noted English sculptor and carver, known for his intricate woodwork and architectural ornamentation. His works can be found in various churches and public buildings throughout England.

Sir Henry Bembridge (1793-1867) was a British naval officer and explorer who served in the Royal Navy during the Napoleonic Wars and later led several scientific expeditions to the Arctic and Antarctic regions.

While the name "BEMBRIDGE" has maintained a presence in England over the centuries, it has also been carried to other parts of the world through migration and exploration, contributing to the rich tapestry of global surnames.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Bembridge

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

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

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