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

Caughell, 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 Caughell surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Caughell in America

Caughell is the 67126th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Caughell surname appeared 294 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 Caughell.

We can also compare 2010 data for Caughell 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 Caughell

The surname Caughell is of Irish origin, and it is believed to have emerged in the northern region of Ulster during the 17th century. This name is thought to be derived from the Irish Gaelic word "cathghail," which means "brave champion" or "valiant warrior."

One of the earliest recorded instances of the Caughell surname can be found in the Hearth Money Rolls of 1663, where it was spelled as "Caughall." This document was a tax record that listed households and their occupants in Ireland during that time period. The name was primarily concentrated in the counties of Antrim and Derry.

In the 18th century, the Caughell surname began to appear in various parish records and historical documents across Ulster. One notable figure from this era was John Caughell, a farmer from County Antrim who was born in 1712 and died in 1789. He was known for his involvement in local affairs and served as a community leader.

During the 19th century, the Caughell family continued to flourish in Ulster, with many members migrating to other parts of Ireland and beyond. One prominent individual was William Caughell, born in 1832 in County Antrim. He was a successful businessman and philanthropist who contributed significantly to the development of his local community.

Another noteworthy figure was Mary Caughell, born in 1856 in County Derry. She was a renowned educator and advocate for women's rights, and she played a crucial role in establishing several schools in the region.

As the Caughell family spread across Ireland and beyond, variations in the spelling of the surname emerged, including Caughell, Caughall, Caughil, and Caughil. Some members of the family also adopted the anglicized version, Caughill.

Throughout history, the Caughell surname has been associated with places such as Caughell Hill and Caughell Bridge in County Antrim, further solidifying its connection to the northern Irish region.

While the Caughell surname may not be as widely recognized as some other Irish names, it has a rich history rooted in the traditions and culture of Ulster, with a legacy of bravery, community involvement, and dedication to education and progress.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Caughell

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

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

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