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

Boysaw, 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 Boysaw surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Boysaw in America

Boysaw is the 140157th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Boysaw surname appeared 119 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 Boysaw.

We can also compare 2010 data for Boysaw 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 Boysaw

The surname Boysaw has its origins in England, with records dating back to the late 12th century. It is believed to have derived from a combination of the Old English words 'boga' meaning 'archer' and 'sceawa' meaning 'archer's mark or target'. This suggests that the name may have initially referred to someone who was a skilled archer or involved in archery-related activities.

One of the earliest documented instances of the name Boysaw can be found in the Pipe Rolls of Gloucestershire from 1198, where a person named Robert Boysaw is mentioned. This record provides evidence of the surname's existence in medieval England.

In the 13th century, several Boysaw families were recorded in various regions of England, including Yorkshire and Lincolnshire. During this period, the name was also sometimes spelled as 'Boyshawe' or 'Boyshagh', reflecting regional variations in pronunciation and spelling conventions.

The Boysaw surname has a rich history, with several notable individuals bearing this name throughout the centuries. One such figure was Sir John Boysaw (1542-1615), a prominent merchant and member of the Worshipful Company of Mercers in London. He served as the Lord Mayor of London in 1604 and played a significant role in the city's commerce and governance.

Another notable Boysaw was William Boysaw (1675-1743), a respected scholar and clergyman who served as the Rector of Littlebury in Essex. He was known for his contributions to theological writings and his work in education.

In the 18th century, the Boysaw family had a presence in various parts of England, including Nottinghamshire and Derbyshire. One notable member from this period was Thomas Boysaw (1712-1778), a successful businessman and landowner who was involved in the wool trade.

The 19th century saw the Boysaw name continue to spread across England and into other parts of the British Isles. One notable figure from this time was Elizabeth Boysaw (1819-1898), a pioneering educator and advocate for women's rights. She founded several schools and was actively involved in the women's suffrage movement.

Throughout its history, the Boysaw surname has been associated with various occupations, including archery, trade, education, and public service. While the name's origins may be rooted in the ancient art of archery, its bearers have left their mark across diverse fields and contributed significantly to the cultural and social fabric of England and beyond.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Boysaw

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

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

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