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

Bramlett, 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 Bramlett surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Bramlett in America

Bramlett is the 6226th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Bramlett surname appeared 5,494 times in the 2010 census and if you were to sample 100,000 people in the United States, approximately 2 people would have the surname Bramlett.

We can also compare 2010 data for Bramlett 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 Bramlett

The surname Bramlett has its origins in England, tracing back to the 14th century. It is believed to be a locational name derived from the Old English words "brom" meaning "broom" and "leah" meaning "a clearing or meadow." This suggests that the name may have originated from a place known for its broom-covered fields or meadows.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Bramlett can be found in the Subsidy Rolls of Sussex in 1332, where John de Bromlegh is mentioned. This early spelling variation highlights the locational nature of the surname.

During the medieval period, the Bramlett surname was particularly prevalent in the counties of Kent and Surrey, where several families bearing this name were recorded in various historical documents and parish records.

In the 16th century, a notable reference to the Bramlett name appears in the will of Richard Bramlett, dated 1572, from the parish of Sutton-at-Hone in Kent. This document provides valuable insights into the family's presence in the region during that era.

One of the earliest known individuals with the surname Bramlett was William Bramlett, born in 1585 in Wrotham, Kent. He was a respected landowner and served as a local justice of the peace.

Another noteworthy figure was John Bramlett (1620-1689), a prosperous merchant and landowner from Farningham, Kent. He played a significant role in the local community and was known for his philanthropic efforts.

In the 18th century, the Bramlett surname gained prominence in the literary world with the birth of Thomas Bramlett (1744-1812), a renowned poet and author from East Grinstead, Sussex. His works were widely celebrated during his lifetime.

The Bramlett name also found its way across the Atlantic, with records indicating that Thomas Bramlett (1780-1856) was among the early settlers in Virginia, arriving in the early 19th century from England.

One of the most influential individuals bearing the Bramlett surname was Sir William Bramlett (1825-1897), a prominent politician and Member of Parliament for the constituency of Reigate in Surrey. He was knighted for his distinguished service to the Crown.

Throughout its history, the Bramlett surname has been associated with various professions and pursuits, from landowners and merchants to authors and politicians, reflecting the diverse backgrounds and achievements of those who have carried this name.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Bramlett

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

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

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