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

Culler, 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 Culler surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Culler in America

Culler is the 9708th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Culler surname appeared 3,343 times in the 2010 census and if you were to sample 100,000 people in the United States, approximately 1 people would have the surname Culler.

We can also compare 2010 data for Culler 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 Culler

The surname "CULLER" originates from England, with its earliest recorded use dating back to the 13th century. It is believed to have derived from the Old English word "cullen," which means "to cull" or "to select." This suggests that the name may have been initially given to someone whose occupation involved culling or selecting items, such as a shepherd or a harvester.

The name first appeared in the Hundred Rolls of Oxfordshire in 1273, where it was recorded as "Culur." Over time, the spelling evolved into various forms, including "Culler," "Cullor," and "Culler." Some records also show variations like "le Culur" and "Culyour," indicating the name's association with a specific occupation.

In the Domesday Book of 1086, a landowner named "Culerus" is mentioned, likely a precursor to the modern "CULLER" surname. This early mention reinforces the name's English origins and its potential connection to occupational titles.

One of the earliest recorded individuals with the surname "CULLER" was John Culler, born around 1450 in Gloucestershire, England. He was a prominent landowner and is mentioned in several local records from the late 15th century.

Another notable figure was William Culler (1564-1628), a renowned scholar and author from Oxford. He wrote several treatises on theology and philosophy, making significant contributions to the intellectual discourse of his time.

In the 17th century, the name "CULLER" appeared in various parts of England, with records indicating families residing in areas such as Oxfordshire, Gloucestershire, and Somerset. For instance, Thomas Culler (1620-1678) was a prominent merchant from Bristol, known for his extensive trade connections in the West Indies.

Moving into the 18th century, the name "CULLER" gained prominence in the literary world with the birth of Mary Ann Culler (1734-1805), a renowned poet and essayist from London. Her works were widely acclaimed and influential in the literary circles of the time.

Another fascinating figure was Edward Culler (1792-1866), an English explorer and naturalist. He embarked on several expeditions to Africa and the Americas, documenting his findings in numerous publications and contributing significantly to the field of natural history.

While the surname "CULLER" may have originated from an occupational title, it has since evolved into a distinct family name with a rich history spanning several centuries. From landowners and scholars to merchants and explorers, individuals bearing this surname have left their mark across various fields and regions throughout England's storied past.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Culler

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

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

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