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

Cartin, 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 Cartin surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Cartin in America

Cartin is the 58182nd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Cartin surname appeared 349 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 Cartin.

We can also compare 2010 data for Cartin 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 Cartin

The surname Cartin is believed to have originated in Scotland, with its roots dating back to the 16th century. The name is thought to be derived from the Gaelic word "cartann," which means rocky or stony place. It is likely that the earliest bearers of this surname lived in or near a rocky area, which influenced the eventual formation of their surname.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Cartin can be found in the Parish Registers of Fife, Scotland, where a John Cartin was listed in 1647. Additionally, records from the Barony of Crail in the same region mention a William Cartin in the late 17th century.

The Cartin surname has also been associated with various place names throughout Scotland. For instance, the village of Cartingtons in Renfrewshire is believed to have been derived from the surname, indicating that individuals bearing the name may have once resided or held land in that area.

Among the notable individuals who have carried the Cartin surname throughout history is Sir John Cartin (1621-1693), a Scottish landowner and member of the Scottish Parliament. Another notable figure was Robert Cartin (1765-1832), a Scottish merchant and philanthropist who made significant contributions to the city of Glasgow.

In the literary realm, the Scottish author and poet, Margaret Cartin (1878-1957), gained recognition for her works depicting life in the Scottish Highlands and Islands. Her notable works include "The Heather Lintie" and "The Curlew's Call."

Another individual of note was James Cartin (1892-1968), a Scottish soldier who served in World War I and was awarded the Military Cross for his bravery in the Battle of the Somme in 1916.

It is worth mentioning that variations in spelling, such as Cartan, Cartyn, and Cartine, have also been documented throughout history, often reflecting regional or historical differences in pronunciation and recording practices.

The Cartin surname, though not among the most common Scottish surnames, has a rich history rooted in the rugged landscapes of Scotland. Its bearers have left their mark in various fields, from politics and literature to military service, contributing to the cultural tapestry of the nation.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Cartin

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

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

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