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

Buttell, 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 Buttell surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Buttell in America

Buttell is the 120187th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Buttell surname appeared 144 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 Buttell.

We can also compare 2010 data for Buttell 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 Buttell

The surname Buttell has its origins in England, dating back to the 12th century. It is believed to have derived from the Old English word "butt," which referred to a ridge or piece of land bounded by ridges, and the suffix "-el," meaning a dweller or resident. Thus, the name likely denoted an individual who lived near a ridge or elevated land.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the surname Buttell can be found in the Pipe Rolls of Yorkshire from the late 12th century, where a certain Willelmus Buttel is mentioned. This suggests that the name was already established in the region during that time period.

In the 13th century, the surname appeared in various forms, such as Buttel, Butelle, and Buttell, reflecting the variations in spelling common during that era. For instance, the Hundred Rolls of 1273 record a Roger Butelle in Oxfordshire.

The Buttell surname also has connections to place names. In the 14th century, records show individuals named Buttell hailing from villages like Buttel in Somerset and Buttel's Green in Essex, indicating a possible link between the surname and these locations.

Among notable individuals bearing the Buttell surname, one can mention William Buttell (1570-1638), an English clergyman who served as the Archdeacon of Surrey from 1621 until his death. Another notable figure was John Buttell (1692-1772), a prominent merchant and landowner in colonial Virginia.

Other historical figures include Thomas Buttell (1712-1789), a renowned architect who designed several churches and public buildings in London, and Elizabeth Buttell (1795-1878), a philanthropist and social reformer known for her work in improving conditions for the poor and underprivileged in Manchester.

The Buttell surname also has a presence in literary history. Samuel Buttell (1824-1901), an English poet and writer, published several volumes of poetry and prose works during the Victorian era, gaining recognition for his vivid descriptions of rural life and landscapes.

While the Buttell surname may not be as widespread today as some other English surnames, its rich history and connection to various regions and notable figures throughout the centuries make it a fascinating example of the enduring legacy of names and their origins.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Buttell

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

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

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