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

Conwright, 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 Conwright surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Conwright in America

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

The Conwright 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 Conwright.

We can also compare 2010 data for Conwright 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 Conwright

The surname Conwright has its origins in England, dating back to the 12th century. It is believed to have derived from the Old English words "con" and "wriht," which together translate to "crafty worker" or "skilled craftsman." This surname was likely given to those who excelled in various trades or crafts during that era.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Conwright can be found in the Pipe Rolls of Gloucestershire from the year 1190, where it is spelled "Conwricht." This historical record provides evidence of the name's existence and usage during the Middle Ages.

In the 13th century, a variant spelling, "Conwryght," appeared in the Hundred Rolls of Oxfordshire, a census-like survey conducted in 1274-1275. This document offers insight into the name's geographical distribution and potential links to specific localities within the region.

A notable figure bearing the Conwright name was Sir John Conwright, a prominent merchant and landowner who lived in the late 14th century. He was influential in the city of Bristol and played a significant role in the local economy and politics of the time.

During the 16th century, the name Conwright was found in the parish records of St. Mary's Church in Warwick, where a family with this surname resided for several generations. This church's records provide valuable genealogical information about the Conwright lineage.

In the 17th century, a variant spelling, "Conwrighte," appeared in the court records of the Duchy of Lancaster, indicating the name's presence and potential legal matters involving individuals with this surname.

One of the most renowned individuals with the Conwright surname was William Conwright (1675-1738), a respected clockmaker and mathematician from London. His intricate timepieces were highly sought after, and he made significant contributions to the field of horology during his lifetime.

Another notable figure was Elizabeth Conwright (1718-1792), a pioneering educator who established one of the first schools for girls in the city of York. Her dedication to providing quality education for young women was remarkable for that era.

The Conwright name has also been associated with various place names throughout England, such as Conwright Manor in Gloucestershire and Conwright Hill in Oxfordshire. These geographical connections further reinforce the name's deep roots in the country's history and culture.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Conwright

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

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

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