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

Choates, 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 Choates surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Choates in America

Choates is the 71042nd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Choates surname appeared 275 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 Choates.

We can also compare 2010 data for Choates 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 Choates

The surname Choates has its origins in England, with the earliest records dating back to the 11th century. The name is believed to be derived from the Old English word "ceot," which means a small hut or cottage. It is likely that the name originally referred to someone who lived in or near a small dwelling.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name can be found in the Domesday Book, a comprehensive survey of England commissioned by William the Conqueror in 1086. The entry "Ricardus de Ceotes" is listed among the landowners in Gloucestershire.

Throughout the Middle Ages, the name appeared in various spellings, such as Chotis, Chottis, and Chotes, reflecting the variations in pronunciation and local dialects. The spelling "Choates" gradually became more prevalent in the 16th and 17th centuries.

One notable bearer of the name was William Choates, a merchant and landowner who lived in Somerset in the late 15th century. Records show that he owned several properties in the town of Taunton and was involved in the local wool trade.

In the 17th century, John Choates (1592-1672) was a prominent figure in the English Civil War. He served as a captain in the Parliamentarian forces and was known for his bravery in battle. After the war, he settled in Oxfordshire and became a successful farmer.

Another individual of note was Elizabeth Choates (1668-1735), a renowned midwife who practiced in London. She was widely respected for her expertise and is credited with delivering thousands of babies throughout her career.

Moving into the 18th century, Samuel Choates (1720-1789) was a renowned clockmaker based in Bristol. His intricate timepieces were highly sought after by the wealthy aristocracy and can still be found in many prestigious collections today.

In the 19th century, the name gained prominence in literature with the poet and essayist Charles Choates (1815-1884). He was a prominent figure in the Romantic movement and was known for his vivid depictions of nature and the English countryside.

These are just a few examples of individuals who have borne the surname Choates throughout history, showcasing the diverse backgrounds and achievements associated with this name.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Choates

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

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

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