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

Bodison, 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 Bodison surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Bodison in America

Bodison is the 75069th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Bodison surname appeared 257 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 Bodison.

We can also compare 2010 data for Bodison 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 Bodison

The surname Bodison is believed to have originated from the Old English word "bod," meaning a dwelling or an abode, combined with the Old English suffix "-son," indicating a descendant or son of someone. This suggests that the name may have initially referred to someone who lived in a particular dwelling or was associated with a specific abode.

The earliest known record of the name Bodison can be traced back to the 13th century in the county of Norfolk, England. During this time, the name was often spelled in various forms, such as Bodysone, Bodisoun, and Boddeson, reflecting the fluidity of spelling in those days.

In the 14th century, a reference to a Richard Bodison was found in the historic Pipe Rolls of Lincolnshire, which were records of financial transactions maintained by the Exchequer of England. This document provides evidence of the name's existence and usage during that period.

One notable figure with the surname Bodison was John Bodison, a prominent landowner who lived in the village of Knapton, Norfolk, during the late 15th century. Records indicate that he was involved in several property transactions and held significant influence within the local community.

In the 17th century, the name Bodison appeared in the parish registers of St. Mary's Church in Bury St. Edmunds, Suffolk. These registers documented the baptisms, marriages, and burials of individuals within the parish, providing valuable insights into the lives of those bearing the Bodison surname.

Another significant individual with this surname was Thomas Bodison, born in 1692 in Lincolnshire. He was a successful merchant and landowner, known for his philanthropic efforts in supporting local schools and charities.

In the 18th century, the Bodison name was associated with the village of Bodison's Green in Cambridgeshire. This place name likely derived from the surname itself, suggesting that the Bodison family had a presence and influence in that area.

Elizabeth Bodison, born in 1776 in Norfolk, was a notable figure in the field of education. She established one of the first schools for girls in the region, providing educational opportunities to many young women during a time when female education was still relatively uncommon.

The 19th century saw the emergence of William Bodison, a renowned architect from Yorkshire. He designed several notable buildings, including the town hall in Huddersfield and the Bodison Manor, a grand estate that still stands today as a testament to his architectural prowess.

Throughout history, the Bodison surname has maintained a strong presence in various regions of England, with individuals bearing this name contributing to various aspects of society, from landownership and commerce to education and architecture.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Bodison

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

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

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