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

Clinkscale, 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 Clinkscale surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Clinkscale in America

Clinkscale is the 33280th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Clinkscale surname appeared 687 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 Clinkscale.

We can also compare 2010 data for Clinkscale 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 Clinkscale

The surname Clinkscale has its origins in the northern regions of England, particularly in the counties of Yorkshire and Lancashire. It emerged during the medieval period, likely between the 12th and 14th centuries. The name is believed to be derived from an Old English or Middle English phrase, potentially referring to a person who worked with metal or lived near a metalworking forge.

One possible root of the name is the Old English word "clincan," which means "to ring" or "to clang," combined with "scalu," meaning "scale" or "shell." This could suggest a connection to a blacksmith or metalworker whose work involved the ringing of metal on an anvil or the production of metal scales or plates. Alternatively, it may have originated from a place name describing a location near a noisy forge or metalworking area.

Historical records mentioning the surname Clinkscale are scarce, but some early instances can be found in various documents from the 16th and 17th centuries. One of the earliest recorded individuals with this surname was John Clinkscale, born around 1580 in Yorkshire. He was listed in parish records as a landowner and farmer.

Another notable figure was William Clinkscale, a merchant and trader who lived in Lancashire during the late 17th century. He was involved in the textile trade and is mentioned in several business records from the time. His son, Thomas Clinkscale (1670-1742), followed in his footsteps and became a successful merchant in the city of Manchester.

In the 18th century, the Clinkscale family expanded across northern England, with some members migrating to Scotland and Ireland. One prominent individual was Robert Clinkscale (1725-1792), a renowned clockmaker from York. His intricate timepieces were highly sought after by the gentry and nobility of the time.

During the 19th century, the industrial revolution brought about new opportunities for the Clinkscale family. James Clinkscale (1810-1878) was a prominent engineer and inventor from Lancashire. He is credited with several innovations in the textile machinery industry, which played a crucial role in the region's industrial development.

Another notable figure was Elizabeth Clinkscale (1845-1912), a pioneering educator and advocate for women's rights. She established several schools in Yorkshire and campaigned tirelessly for equal educational opportunities for girls and women.

While the surname Clinkscale is not as common today as it once was, it continues to hold a place in the rich tapestry of English surnames, reflecting the region's historical connections to metalworking, trade, and industry.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Clinkscale

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

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

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