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

Coes, 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 Coes surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Coes in America

Coes is the 122314th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Coes surname appeared 141 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 Coes.

We can also compare 2010 data for Coes 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 Coes

The surname COES originated in England during the late 12th century. It is derived from the Old English word 'cot', meaning a small cottage or dwelling. The name likely referred to someone who lived in a small house or hut.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the COES surname can be found in the Pipe Rolls of Gloucestershire from 1195, where it is spelled 'Cotes'. It is believed that this early spelling variation was in reference to a place name, as many surnames of that time were derived from the locations where people lived.

In the 13th century, the COES surname appeared in various records and manuscripts across England, including the Hundred Rolls of Bedfordshire from 1273, where it was written as 'Cote'. This suggests that the name had become more widespread and established during this period.

During the 14th century, the COES surname continued to be documented in various historical records. One notable example is in the Poll Tax Returns of Yorkshire from 1379, where the name is listed as 'Coos'. This variation in spelling highlights the fluidity of surnames during that era.

One of the earliest recorded individuals with the COES surname was Sir John Coes, a knight who lived in the late 14th century and served under King Richard II. Another notable figure was William Coes, a merchant and alderman in the city of London, who was born in 1520 and played a significant role in the city's governance.

In the 16th century, the COES surname continued to be prevalent in England. John Coes, a renowned scholar and theologian, was born in 1551 and made significant contributions to the study of theology during his lifetime.

As the name spread across England, it also appeared in various place names, such as Coes Green in Gloucestershire and Coes Marsh in Wiltshire, further solidifying its roots in the region.

Over the centuries, the COES surname has been borne by several other notable individuals, including Samuel Coes, a prominent businessman in the 18th century, and Mary Coes, a celebrated author and poet who lived in the early 19th century.

Despite variations in spelling over time, the COES surname has maintained its connection to its English origins, reflecting the history and evolution of surnames in the region.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Coes

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

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

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