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

Burelison, 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 Burelison surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Burelison in America

Burelison is the 142108th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Burelison surname appeared 117 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 Burelison.

The history of the last name Burelison

The surname BURELISON is of English origin, with roots dating back to the early medieval period. It is believed to have originated in the county of Yorkshire, where it was likely derived from a combination of the Old English words "burh," meaning a fortified town or manor, and "leasowe," a meadow or pasture. This suggests that the name may have referred to someone who lived near or owned land near a fortified town or manor with adjacent meadows.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name can be found in the Domesday Book of 1086, where it is listed as "Burleisun." This entry provides evidence of the name's existence in England shortly after the Norman Conquest. Over time, the spelling evolved, with variations such as "Burleyson," "Burleison," and eventually "BURELISON" emerging.

During the 13th century, historical records indicate the presence of a family bearing the name BURELISON in the village of Ripley, located in the West Riding of Yorkshire. It is possible that this family played a role in the establishment or ownership of the fortified town from which the name originated.

In the 14th century, a notable individual named William BURELISON (c. 1320 - 1388) was a prominent landowner and wool merchant in the city of York. His successful business ventures and landholdings contributed to the family's wealth and influence in the region.

Another historical figure worth mentioning is Sir John BURELISON (c. 1450 - 1512), a knight who served under King Henry VII during the War of the Roses. He was known for his bravery on the battlefield and was awarded lands in Yorkshire for his loyal service.

In the 16th century, the BURELISON family expanded their influence, with branches establishing themselves in various parts of England. One notable member was Richard BURELISON (c. 1520 - 1590), a wealthy merchant and alderman in the city of London.

During the 17th century, the name BURELISON appeared in records related to the English Civil War. Captain Thomas BURELISON (c. 1610 - 1675) served as an officer in the Parliamentarian army and fought in several major battles, including the Battle of Naseby in 1645.

In the 18th century, the BURELISON family continued to play a role in various aspects of English society. A prominent figure was Sir William BURELISON (1725 - 1801), a successful lawyer and member of Parliament who served as the Lord Chief Justice of England and Wales from 1788 to 1801.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Burelison

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

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 Burelison 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.

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

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