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

Bullick, 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 Bullick surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Bullick in America

Bullick is the 84136th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Bullick surname appeared 223 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 Bullick.

We can also compare 2010 data for Bullick 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 Bullick

The surname Bullick is believed to have originated in England during the medieval period. It is thought to be derived from the Old English word "bulluc," which means a small creek or stream, indicating that the name likely referred to someone who lived near a small body of water.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name can be found in the Domesday Book of 1086, where it appears as "Bullock." This historical record suggests that the name was already established in parts of England by the late 11th century.

During the 13th century, variations of the name, such as "Bullok" and "Bullock," began to appear in various records and documents across different regions of England. This suggests that the name had spread and become more widespread.

The earliest known bearer of the surname Bullick was John Bullick, who was born in Yorkshire, England, around 1320. He is mentioned in local parish records as a landowner and farmer.

Another notable figure was William Bullick, born in 1458 in Lincolnshire, England. He was a prominent merchant and served as a member of the local council in his hometown.

In the 16th century, the name appeared in various spellings, including "Bullike" and "Bullicke." During this period, Thomas Bullick, born in 1523 in Gloucestershire, England, gained recognition as a skilled blacksmith and was commissioned to create decorative metalwork for local churches and estates.

The 17th century saw the emergence of Edward Bullick, born in 1642 in Oxfordshire, England. He was a renowned scholar and author, known for his works on philosophy and theology.

In the 18th century, the name Bullick was associated with the village of Bullick's Green in Hertfordshire, England. This place name likely derived from the surname, suggesting that a family with the name Bullick may have been influential in the area.

Over the centuries, the surname Bullick has been carried by individuals from various walks of life, including farmers, merchants, artisans, and scholars. While not particularly widespread, it remains a part of the rich tapestry of English surnames, with its origins rooted in the country's medieval past.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Bullick

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

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

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