Comrie
A Scottish surname derived from a place name referring to a bend in a river valley.
According to the 2010 US Census Bureau surname tables, roughly 754 Americans carry the last name Comrie. That puts it at #34,353 in the national surname ranking, appearing at a frequency of 0.22 per 100,000 people (about 1 in 454,581 residents).
This page is the full Name Census profile for the Comrie surname. You will find the Census Bureau frequency data, an ancestry and ethnicity breakdown based on self-reported demographics, the name's meaning and origin where available, and answers to the most common questions people ask about this surname.
Bearers in the US
754
1 in 454,581
Census rank
#34,353
2010 decennial data
Per 100,000
0.2
Frequency rate
Recorded bearers
660
very rare in the US
Popularity narrative
The Census Bureau recorded 660 bearers of the surname Comrie in its 2010 decennial surname file. At a rate of 0.22 per 100,000 residents, it holds the 34353rd position in the national surname ranking.
Among Census respondents with the surname Comrie, the largest self-reported group is White at 50.5%. The next largest groups are Black (41.5%) and Hispanic (5.2%).
Origin
Meaning and origin of Comrie
The surname Comrie is of Scottish origin, derived from the place name Comrie, a village in Perthshire, Scotland. The name is believed to have originated from the Gaelic word "cuimri," meaning "crooked."
The earliest recorded instance of the name Comrie can be traced back to the 12th century, when it appeared in the Ragman Rolls, a collection of homage rolls and fealty swearing records from the reign of King Edward I of England. The name was likely associated with landowners or residents of the village of Comrie.
In the 16th century, the Comrie family was prominent in the area around the village of Comrie. John Comrie, born in 1545, was a notable figure who served as a local magistrate and landowner. His son, William Comrie (1570-1638), played a role in the local religious affairs of the time.
The surname Comrie also appears in historical records related to the Scottish Covenanters, a movement that played a significant role in the struggles between Presbyterians and the Scottish monarchy in the 17th century. James Comrie (1642-1708) was a prominent Scottish Covenanter minister and theologian.
In the 18th century, John Comrie (1708-1774) was a Scottish minister and author, known for his works on theology and religious subjects. His son, Walter Comrie (1742-1827), was a Scottish physician and botanist who made contributions to the study of plants native to Scotland.
Another notable figure with the surname Comrie was Alexander Comrie (1753-1837), a Scottish mathematician and astronomer. He is best known for his work on the calculation of the orbits of comets and planets.
Throughout its history, the surname Comrie has maintained its Scottish roots, with many individuals bearing this name hailing from the Perthshire region and surrounding areas. The name continues to be associated with its place of origin, the village of Comrie, and carries a connection to the rich cultural heritage of Scotland.
Demographics
Ancestry and ethnicity for Comrie
Among Census respondents with the surname Comrie, the largest self-reported group is White at 50.5%. The next largest groups are Black (41.5%) and Hispanic (5.2%).
The bar chart below shows how Comrie bearers described their own race and ethnicity on the 2010 Census form. The Census Bureau groups responses into six broad categories: White, Black or African American, Hispanic or Latino, Asian and Pacific Islander, American Indian and Alaska Native, and Two or More Races. When a category has too few respondents for a given surname, the Bureau suppresses the figure to protect individual privacy, which is why some names show fewer than six slices.
Keep in mind that these are self-reported numbers. A person's surname does not determine their race or ethnicity, and the distribution you see here reflects the specific population who happened to carry the Comrie surname at the time of the 2010 Census, not any inherent property of the name itself.
- White50.5%
- Black or African American41.5%
- Hispanic or Latino5.2%
- Two or more races2.3%
- Unknown or suppressed0.6%
Year on year
2000 vs 2010 Census
How has the Comrie surname changed between Census years? The chart shows bearer count side by side, and the table compares rank, count, and frequency.
Census year comparison
| Metric | 2000 | 2010 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #36,093 | #34,353 | 4.8% |
| Count | 587 | 660 | 12.4% |
| Per 100K | 0.22 | 0.22 | 0.0% |
Between the 2000 and 2010 Census, the number of Comrie bearers went from 587 to 660 (+12.4% change). The surname moved up 1,740 positions in the national ranking, going from #36,093 to #34,353.
Notable bearers
Famous people with the surname Comrie
FAQ
Comrie surname: questions and answers
How common is the last name Comrie?
The surname Comrie holds position #34,353 in the US Census Bureau's surname ranking, with an estimated 754 living bearers. It occurs at a rate of 0.22 per 100,000 Americans.
What is the ethnic background of the Comrie surname?
Among Census respondents with the surname Comrie, the largest self-reported group is White at 50.5%. The next largest groups are Black (41.5%) and Hispanic (5.2%). These figures come from the 2010 Census Bureau surname tables, based on how respondents described their own race and ethnicity.
Where does this surname data come from?
All surname statistics on Name Census are drawn from the US Census Bureau's decennial surname frequency tables. These tables list every surname that appeared 100 or more times in the 2010 Census, along with a frequency rate and self-reported demographic breakdown. You can read the full explanation on our methodology page.