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

Blocton, 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 Blocton surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Blocton in America

Blocton is the 160975th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Blocton surname appeared 100 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 Blocton.

The history of the last name Blocton

The surname Blocton originated in England, tracing its roots back to the 12th century. It is believed to have derived from the Old English words "blac" and "tun," meaning "black" and "town" or "settlement," respectively. This suggests that the earliest bearers of the name likely hailed from a settlement or village known for its dark or gloomy appearance, possibly due to its proximity to a dense forest or shadowy landscape.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name can be found in the Pipe Rolls of Worcestershire, dating back to 1199, where it appears as "de Blactone." This entry indicates that the name was initially associated with a specific place, possibly the village of Blackton or a similar location.

In the 13th century, the surname appeared in various records, including the Assize Rolls of Staffordshire in 1292, where it was spelled "de Blaketon." This variation highlights the fluidity of surname spellings during that era, as they often evolved based on regional dialects and scribal interpretations.

Notably, the Blocton surname is closely linked to the village of Blocton in Staffordshire, which was mentioned in the Domesday Book of 1086 as "Blochelestone." This connection suggests that some early bearers of the name may have originated from or resided in this particular location.

Among the notable individuals with the Blocton surname throughout history are:

1. Richard Blocton (c. 1250 - 1318), an English clergyman who served as the Bishop of Bath and Wells from 1308 until his death.
2. William Blocton (c. 1320 - 1390), a prominent landowner in Worcestershire during the 14th century.
3. Alice Blocton (c. 1380 - 1445), a benefactor who donated funds for the construction of a chapel in the village of Blocton, Staffordshire.
4. Thomas Blocton (c. 1570 - 1642), a member of the East India Company who played a significant role in the company's early trading ventures in the Indian subcontinent.
5. Robert Blocton (1625 - 1698), a successful merchant and shipowner in Bristol, England, who amassed considerable wealth through international trade.

As the centuries progressed, the Blocton surname spread across various regions of England, with families bearing the name establishing roots in counties such as Worcestershire, Staffordshire, and Somerset, among others. While the name's origins can be traced back to a specific location, its bearers have contributed to the rich tapestry of English history in diverse fields, including religion, commerce, and landholding.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Blocton

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

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 Blocton 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.

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

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