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

Biney, 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 Biney surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Biney in America

Biney is the 86981st most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Biney surname appeared 214 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 Biney.

We can also compare 2010 data for Biney 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 Biney

The surname Biney has its origins in the French region of Normandy, dating back to the 11th century. It is believed to have derived from the Old French word "bine," which referred to a type of basket or wicker container used for gathering grapes during the harvest season. This suggests that the name may have been initially associated with individuals involved in the winemaking industry or those who lived in areas known for viticulture.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Biney can be found in the Domesday Book, a comprehensive survey of landholdings and population commissioned by William the Conqueror in 1086. The entry mentions a landowner named Robertus de Bine, whose name likely evolved into the modern spelling of Biney over time.

During the Middle Ages, the Biney family gained prominence in the region of Normandy, with several members holding influential positions within the local nobility. In the 13th century, a notable figure named Alain de Biney was a prominent knight who fought alongside King Philip II of France during the Crusades. He is mentioned in several historical accounts of the time for his bravery and military prowess.

As the Biney name spread across Europe, it adopted various spellings and variations, such as Binay, Bineay, and Binney. One of the earliest recorded instances of the name in England can be found in the parish records of St. Mary's Church in Bury St. Edmunds, Suffolk, where a baptism of a child named John Binney was recorded in 1638.

Throughout history, several individuals with the surname Biney have made significant contributions in various fields. One notable figure was Jacques Biney (1623-1688), a French philosopher and theologian who authored several influential works on religious philosophy and ethics. Another prominent figure was Marie-Jeanne Biney (1778-1853), a French painter and artist renowned for her exquisite portraits and landscape paintings.

In the realm of literature, the name Biney is associated with the English author and playwright, Thomas Biney (1670-1738), who wrote several popular plays and satires during the Restoration period. Additionally, the 19th century saw the rise of the French politician and statesman, Édouard Biney (1832-1901), who played a crucial role in the formation of the Third French Republic.

While the surname Biney may not be among the most common in the world today, its rich history and diverse origins across Europe serve as a testament to the fascinating stories and narratives woven into many family names over the centuries.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Biney

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

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

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