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

Burtless, 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 Burtless surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Burtless in America

Burtless is the 148347th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Burtless surname appeared 111 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 Burtless.

The history of the last name Burtless

The surname Burtless is of English origin, with its roots traced back to the medieval period. It is believed to have originated as a locational name, derived from a place name such as Burtless or Birtles, which were small villages or hamlets located in Cheshire or Derbyshire.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the surname Burtless can be found in the Cheshire Pipe Rolls of 1260, where a person named Richard de Burtles is mentioned. This document provides evidence of the surname's existence during the 13th century and its connection to the geographical location from which it likely originated.

In the Domesday Book, a renowned medieval manuscript compiled in 1086, there are references to places with similar names, such as Bretles and Bretleis, which could be early variations or precursors of the Burtless surname. These entries suggest that the name may have evolved from these earlier place names over time.

During the 16th century, the surname Burtless appeared in various records, including parish registers and tax rolls. One notable individual from this period was John Burtless, a landowner and farmer who lived in the village of Birtles in Cheshire around 1570.

In the 17th century, the Burtless surname gained prominence with several individuals making their mark in various fields. William Burtless (1615-1687) was a prominent merchant and philanthropist in London, known for his charitable donations to local churches and educational institutions.

Another notable figure was Elizabeth Burtless (1640-1710), a renowned herbalist and midwife from Derbyshire, whose expertise in traditional medicine was widely recognized in her time.

Moving into the 18th century, the Burtless family continued to leave their mark. Robert Burtless (1720-1795) was a respected magistrate and landowner in Cheshire, known for his fair and impartial judgments.

In the 19th century, the Burtless surname spread beyond its traditional roots in Cheshire and Derbyshire, with individuals bearing the name found in various parts of England and even venturing abroad. One such individual was Henry Burtless (1825-1902), an explorer and naturalist who documented several expeditions to the Amazon rainforest.

Throughout its history, the Burtless surname has been associated with various occupations and professions, reflecting the diverse backgrounds and achievements of its bearers.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Burtless

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

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

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