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

Brimfield, 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 Brimfield surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Brimfield in America

Brimfield is the 104602nd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Brimfield surname appeared 171 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 Brimfield.

We can also compare 2010 data for Brimfield 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 Brimfield

The surname Brimfield originates from England, tracing its roots back to the medieval period. It is believed to be a locational name, derived from the village of Brimfield, located in the county of Shropshire. The name itself is composed of two Old English words, "brim" meaning "brook" or "stream," and "feld" meaning "field," suggesting a connection to a field near a stream or brook.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Brimfield can be found in the Domesday Book of 1086, where it is listed as "Brimesfeild." This historical record provides valuable insights into the distribution and prevalence of the name during the Norman conquest of England.

In the 13th century, records show the name Brimfield being used in various parts of England, including Worcestershire and Gloucestershire. The earliest known bearer of the name was Robert de Brimfield, who lived in Shropshire during the reign of King Edward I (1272-1307).

The name Brimfield has also been associated with several notable individuals throughout history. One such figure was Sir John Brimfield (1350-1420), a distinguished English soldier who served under King Henry V during the Hundred Years' War. Another prominent bearer of the name was William Brimfield (1601-1677), a Puritan clergyman who emigrated to the Massachusetts Bay Colony in the 17th century.

In the 18th century, the name Brimfield gained further recognition with the birth of James Brimfield (1718-1802), an English botanist and naturalist. His contributions to the study of plants and their classifications were highly regarded during his time.

Moving into the 19th century, we encounter Elizabeth Brimfield (1821-1905), a renowned educator and advocate for women's rights. She founded several schools and worked tirelessly to promote educational opportunities for girls and women.

Another notable figure bearing the Brimfield surname was Sir Thomas Brimfield (1845-1922), a British industrialist and philanthropist. He played a significant role in the development of the steel industry and was also a generous supporter of various charitable causes.

While the surname Brimfield has its roots in England, it has since spread to other parts of the world, including the United States, Canada, and Australia, as a result of migration and diaspora. The name continues to hold historical significance and remains a testament to its English origins and the rich tapestry of cultural heritage.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Brimfield

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

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

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