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

Bile, 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 Bile surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Bile in America

Bile is the 105079th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Bile surname appeared 170 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 Bile.

We can also compare 2010 data for Bile 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 Bile

The surname BILE has its roots in the Old English language and is believed to have originated in England during the Anglo-Saxon period, which lasted from the 5th to the 11th centuries. The name is derived from the Old English word "bile," which means "bile" or "bilious," referring to the digestive fluid produced by the liver.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the surname BILE can be found in the Domesday Book, a comprehensive survey of land ownership and taxation conducted in England during the reign of William the Conqueror in 1086. The name appears in various spellings, such as "Bile," "Byle," and "Bille," indicating regional variations in pronunciation and spelling.

During the Middle Ages, the surname BILE was most prevalent in the counties of Gloucestershire, Wiltshire, and Somerset in the southwest of England. This region was known for its fertile agricultural lands, and it is possible that the name was initially associated with individuals involved in farming or animal husbandry.

One notable figure with the surname BILE was Sir John Bile (c. 1320-1386), a prominent landowner and knight during the reign of Edward III. He was a member of the royal household and participated in the Battle of Crécy during the Hundred Years' War against France.

Another individual of historical significance was William Bile (c. 1450-1520), a merchant and alderman in the city of Bristol. He was involved in the wool trade and held influential positions within the local government.

In the 16th century, the BILE family gained prominence in the county of Dorset, where they owned several estates and manors. One notable member was Sir Robert Bile (1542-1618), who served as a Member of Parliament and was knighted by Queen Elizabeth I for his military service.

During the English Civil War in the 17th century, the BILE family aligned themselves with the Parliamentarian forces led by Oliver Cromwell. Captain Thomas Bile (1605-1678) fought in several battles and was later rewarded with land grants for his loyalty to the cause.

Another notable figure was Reverend John Bile (1670-1743), an Anglican clergyman and scholar who served as the rector of St. Mary's Church in Warminster, Wiltshire. He was known for his theological writings and his contributions to the study of ancient manuscripts.

While the surname BILE has its origins in England, it has since spread to other parts of the world due to migration and diaspora. However, the historical records and references mentioned above provide valuable insights into the early history and significance of this surname within the English context.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Bile

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

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

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