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

Braboy, 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 Braboy surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Braboy in America

Braboy is the 59470th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Braboy surname appeared 340 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 Braboy.

We can also compare 2010 data for Braboy 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 Braboy

The surname BRABOY has its origins in England, tracing back to the late 16th century. It is believed to have derived from an Old English word "bræd," meaning broad or wide, combined with a diminutive suffix "-boy," suggesting a connection to a person with a robust or sturdy build.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the BRABOY surname can be found in the parish records of St. Mary's Church in Bury St. Edmunds, Suffolk, where a baptismal entry from 1598 mentions a child named John Braboy. The name also appears in the Hearth Tax records of 1674 for the village of Little Cornard, Suffolk, listing a Thomas Braboy as a householder.

In the 17th century, the BRABOY surname was predominantly concentrated in the eastern counties of England, particularly in Suffolk and Norfolk. A notable individual from this era was William Braboy (1627-1696), a yeoman farmer from Wickham Skeith, Suffolk, whose will and probate records provide valuable insights into the family's landholdings and inheritance patterns.

As the BRABOY surname spread across England in the following centuries, it evolved into various spellings, including Braboi, Bradboi, and Bradeboy, reflecting regional dialects and variations in record-keeping practices. In the 18th century, the name appeared in the parish records of St. Mary's Church in Bury St. Edmunds, with the baptism of Mary Braboi in 1726.

One notable figure bearing the BRABOY surname was Samuel Braboy (1768-1842), a prominent merchant and landowner from Ipswich, Suffolk. His success in business and investments allowed him to acquire substantial properties in the area, solidifying the family's status in the region.

Another individual of note was Elizabeth Braboy (1802-1879), a philanthropist and benefactor from Norfolk, who dedicated her life to supporting local charities and advocating for the education of underprivileged children. Her legacy lives on through the Elizabeth Braboy Trust, established in her honor.

In the 19th century, the BRABOY surname gained recognition in the literary world with the novelist and poet, George Braboy (1825-1891). Born in London, Braboy's works explored themes of social commentary and the plight of the working class, reflecting the changing times and societal dynamics of Victorian England.

While the BRABOY surname has remained relatively uncommon throughout history, its origins and evolution shed light on the rich tapestry of English heritage, spanning centuries of regional diversity, occupational pursuits, and notable individuals who have left their mark on various aspects of society.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Braboy

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

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

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