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

Bryerton, 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 Bryerton surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Bryerton in America

Bryerton is the 120901st most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Bryerton surname appeared 143 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 Bryerton.

We can also compare 2010 data for Bryerton 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 Bryerton

The surname Bryerton has its origins in England, with the earliest records dating back to the 12th century. It is believed to be derived from the Old English words "bry" meaning a brook or small stream, and "tun" meaning a settlement or town. This suggests that the name likely originated in an area situated near a small stream or brook.

Historical records indicate that the name Bryerton first appeared in the Domesday Book, a comprehensive survey of landholdings and population commissioned by William the Conqueror in 1086. The entry mentions a landowner named Radulfus de Briertone, which is thought to be an early spelling variation of the surname.

One of the earliest recorded individuals with the surname Bryerton was Sir John Bryerton, a knight who fought in the Hundred Years' War between England and France during the late 14th century. He was born in Cheshire, England, in 1345 and died in 1412.

Another notable figure was Thomas Bryerton, a wealthy merchant and landowner who lived in Gloucestershire, England, in the 16th century. He was born in 1520 and passed away in 1598. Historical records show that he was involved in the wool trade and owned several properties in the region.

In the 17th century, a man named William Bryerton gained recognition as a skilled clockmaker and watchmaker. He was born in London in 1635 and died in 1712. Several of his intricate timepieces are preserved in museums and private collections today.

During the 18th century, the Bryerton surname was associated with a family of notable architects and builders. Robert Bryerton, born in 1725 and died in 1798, was responsible for designing and constructing several churches and public buildings in Yorkshire, England.

Another individual of note is Elizabeth Bryerton, a renowned author and poet who lived in the 19th century. She was born in Derbyshire, England, in 1820 and passed away in 1895. Her works, which often explored themes of nature and the English countryside, were widely acclaimed during her lifetime.

While the surname Bryerton can be traced back centuries, it has remained relatively uncommon throughout history. However, the name's origins and associations with individuals from various professions and backgrounds provide a rich tapestry of stories and contributions to England's cultural and historical fabric.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Bryerton

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

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

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