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

Darrett, 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 Darrett surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Darrett in America

Darrett is the 83226th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Darrett surname appeared 226 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 Darrett.

We can also compare 2010 data for Darrett 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 Darrett

The surname Darrett is believed to have originated in England during the medieval period. It is thought to be a variant spelling of the more common name Darrett, which itself is derived from the Old French word "derrier," meaning "to lead" or "to guide."

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Darrett can be found in the Domesday Book, a comprehensive survey of land ownership in England conducted in 1086 by order of William the Conqueror. The name appears in various forms, such as "De Rettur" and "Derrette," suggesting its French roots.

During the 13th and 14th centuries, the Darrett family appears to have been concentrated in the counties of Lincolnshire and Nottinghamshire, where they held land and positions of prominence. Records from this period indicate that the name was sometimes spelled "Darrat" or "Darrat."

One notable figure bearing the name Darrett was Sir William Darrett (1375-1449), a knight and landowner who served as a member of Parliament for Nottinghamshire. He was also known for his involvement in the Wars of the Roses, fighting on the Lancastrian side.

In the 16th century, the Darrett family seems to have spread to other parts of England, with records showing individuals with this surname in counties such as Suffolk and Somerset. One individual of note was John Darrett (1520-1589), a merchant and alderman in the city of Bristol, who served as mayor in 1568.

As the centuries passed, the spelling of the name continued to evolve, with variations such as "Derrett," "Derrit," and "Derritt" appearing in various historical documents. Despite these variations, the name remained relatively uncommon, particularly in comparison to its more widespread counterpart, Darrett.

Other notable individuals bearing the surname Darrett include:

1. Thomas Darrett (1670-1738), an English clergyman and author who wrote several works on religious subjects.
2. Elizabeth Darrett (1789-1865), a philanthropist and advocate for women's education in London.
3. James Darrett (1820-1892), a British explorer and naturalist who traveled extensively in Africa and wrote several books about his expeditions.
4. William Darrett (1855-1928), a renowned architect and designer who worked on several notable buildings in London and the surrounding areas.
5. Margaret Darrett (1898-1976), a British artist and sculptor known for her avant-garde style and innovative use of materials.

While the surname Darrett has remained relatively uncommon throughout history, it has a rich heritage and can be traced back to its medieval origins in England, where it was likely derived from the Old French word "derrier."

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Darrett

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

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

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