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

Bythwood, 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 Bythwood surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Bythwood in America

Bythwood is the 150452nd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Bythwood surname appeared 109 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 Bythwood.

We can also compare 2010 data for Bythwood 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 Bythwood

The surname Bythwood is of English origin, with its roots tracing back to the medieval era. It is believed to have originated in the region of Yorkshire, where it was first recorded as a locational name.

One of the earliest records of the Bythwood surname can be found in the Domesday Book of 1086, which was a comprehensive survey of landholdings in England commissioned by William the Conqueror. The name appeared as "Bythewde," suggesting its connection to a specific place or settlement.

The name Bythwood is thought to be derived from the Old English words "byth," meaning a dwelling or settlement, and "wudu," which translates to a wood or forest. This combination likely referred to a particular settlement or homestead located near or within a wooded area.

In the 13th century, records show variations of the name, such as "Bythewode" and "Bythwod," further solidifying its association with a woodland location. It is worth noting that many surnames from this era were derived from the names of places where families resided or originated.

One of the earliest recorded individuals with the Bythwood surname was John Bythwood, who lived in the village of Ripley, Yorkshire, in the late 14th century. His name appeared in local parish records from around 1380.

Another notable figure was Sir Robert Bythwood, a prominent landowner and knight who lived in the 15th century. He was known for his military service during the Wars of the Roses and was mentioned in several historical accounts from that period.

In the 16th century, the Bythwood family had established themselves as part of the gentry class in Yorkshire. Thomas Bythwood (1522-1597) was a respected member of the local community and served as a magistrate in the county.

During the English Civil War in the 17th century, records show that a Captain William Bythwood (1610-1678) fought for the Parliamentarian forces under Oliver Cromwell's command. He played a role in several key battles and was later granted land in recognition of his service.

In the 18th century, the Bythwood surname spread beyond Yorkshire, with families bearing the name found in various parts of England. One notable individual was the poet and essayist Elizabeth Bythwood (1738-1812), whose writings were widely celebrated during her lifetime.

While the Bythwood surname may have evolved over time, its origins remain firmly rooted in the historic county of Yorkshire, where it first emerged as a locational name reflecting the family's connection to a specific wooded settlement or dwelling place.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Bythwood

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

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

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