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

Bulock, 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 Bulock surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Bulock in America

Bulock is the 81772nd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Bulock surname appeared 231 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 Bulock.

We can also compare 2010 data for Bulock 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 Bulock

The surname BULOCK is of English origin, with records dating back to the 13th century. It is believed to have originated from a locational name, derived from the Old English words "buluc" or "buloc," meaning a small creek or stream. This suggests that the earliest bearers of this name may have resided near a small watercourse or lived in an area known for its streams.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the BULOCK surname can be found in the Pipe Rolls of Yorkshire from the year 1273, where it appears as "Boulok." This document provides evidence of the name's existence during the medieval period in England.

The BULOCK surname also appears in the Subsidy Rolls of Sussex from 1327, indicating its presence in different regions of England during that time. Additionally, the variant spelling "Bullock" is documented in the Rotuli Hundredorum, a census-like record from 1279, suggesting the name's evolution and regional variations.

Historically, the BULOCK name has been associated with several notable individuals. One such person was John Bulock, a landowner and prominent figure in Gloucestershire during the 15th century. Records from 1467 mention him as a witness in a legal dispute over land ownership.

Another individual of note was William Bulock, born in 1589 in Warwickshire. He was a respected scholar and author who published several works on theology and philosophy during the 17th century.

In the 18th century, the BULOCK surname gained prominence with the life of Elizabeth Bulock (1706-1783), a renowned botanist and naturalist from Yorkshire. Her extensive collection of plant specimens and meticulous records contributed significantly to the field of botany during her time.

Moving into the 19th century, Henry Bulock (1822-1897) was a prominent businessman and philanthropist from Lancashire. He made significant contributions to the local community through his charitable endeavors and support for educational institutions.

Lastly, the 20th century saw the rise of Thomas Bulock (1901-1978), a renowned architect from Oxfordshire. He was responsible for designing several iconic buildings and structures, including the Bulock Memorial Library, which stands as a testament to his architectural prowess.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Bulock

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

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

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