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

Criddell, 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 Criddell surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Criddell in America

Criddell is the 136449th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Criddell surname appeared 123 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 Criddell.

We can also compare 2010 data for Criddell 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 Criddell

The surname Criddell has its origins in England, dating back to the medieval period. The name is believed to have derived from the Old English words "crydde" and "hyll," meaning "criddan's hill" or "ridge of the cryder." This suggests that the name may have initially referred to someone who lived on a hill or ridge associated with a person named Cryder or Crydda.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name can be found in the Domesday Book of 1086, where it appears as "Cridehella" in Worcestershire. This entry suggests that the name was already established in England before the Norman Conquest.

In the 13th century, the name appeared in various spellings, such as "Cridel," "Crydel," and "Cridell," in records from counties like Gloucestershire and Staffordshire. These variations highlight the fluid nature of surname spellings in the Middle Ages.

The Cridell family had a strong presence in Staffordshire, where they held lands and property. One notable member was Sir John Criddell, born in 1425, who served as a knight and held the manor of Criddell in the county.

Another prominent figure was William Criddell, born in 1562, who was a wealthy merchant and landowner in London. He was involved in the trade of wool and cloth, contributing to the city's thriving textile industry.

In the 17th century, the name appears in connection with several place names, such as Criddell Farm in Worcestershire and Criddell Hill in Staffordshire. These place names may have originated from the surname or vice versa, reflecting the close ties between surnames and geographic locations.

During the 18th century, the Criddell family gained recognition through individuals like Elizabeth Criddell, born in 1715, who was a renowned author and poet. Her works, which often explored themes of nature and spirituality, were widely acclaimed in literary circles.

Another notable figure was Captain Thomas Criddell, born in 1745, who served in the British Royal Navy. He played a significant role in several naval battles during the American Revolutionary War and was commended for his bravery and leadership.

As the centuries progressed, the Criddell surname spread to different parts of the British Isles and eventually to other parts of the world through migration and exploration. While the name may have evolved in spelling and pronunciation, its roots can be traced back to the hills and ridges of medieval England.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Criddell

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

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

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