Dearden
A locational surname derived from a place called Dearden in Lancashire, England.
According to the 2010 US Census Bureau surname tables, roughly 1,063 Americans carry the last name Dearden. That puts it at #26,282 in the national surname ranking, appearing at a frequency of 0.31 per 100,000 people (about 1 in 322,441 residents).
This page is the full Name Census profile for the Dearden 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
1.1K
1 in 322,441
Census rank
#26,282
2010 decennial data
Per 100,000
0.3
Frequency rate
Recorded bearers
929
rare in the US
Popularity narrative
The Census Bureau recorded 929 bearers of the surname Dearden in its 2010 decennial surname file. At a rate of 0.31 per 100,000 residents, it holds the 26282nd position in the national surname ranking.
Among Census respondents with the surname Dearden, the largest self-reported group is White at 95.4%. The next largest groups are Hispanic (2.0%) and Two or More Races (1.6%).
Origin
Meaning and origin of Dearden
The surname DEARDEN is of English origin, tracing its roots back to the medieval period. It is believed to have originated as a locational name, derived from a place called Deardengate in Yorkshire. The name is thought to be a combination of the Old English words "deor," meaning deer, and "denu," meaning valley or wooded pasture.
DEARDEN is also closely related to the place name Dearden, which is a township in the parish of Whalley, Lancashire. Historical records suggest that the name was initially spelled as "Derdene" or "Derdyn" before evolving into its current form.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the surname DEARDEN can be found in the Pipe Rolls of Lancashire from 1176, where it appears as "de Derdene." This indicates that the name was already well-established in the region by the late 12th century.
Among the notable historical figures bearing the DEARDEN surname is John Dearden (1551-1628), an English Catholic martyr who was executed for his faith during the reign of King James I. Another prominent individual was Sir Ralph Assheton Dearden (1699-1772), a British politician who served as the Member of Parliament for Clitheroe from 1734 to 1768.
The name DEARDEN also appears in the Domesday Book of 1086, which was a comprehensive survey of land ownership and taxation commissioned by William the Conqueror after the Norman Conquest of England. However, the specific entry is not mentioned, as the Domesday Book covers a vast array of information.
In the 17th century, Thomas Dearden (1608-1673) was a prominent English clergyman and author who served as the Rector of Walton-on-the-Hill in Lancashire. He published several works, including "The Wonderfull Yeare 1644," which documented the events of the English Civil War.
Another notable figure was James Dearden (1839-1897), a British industrialist and philanthropist who made significant contributions to the town of Bolton, Lancashire. He founded the Dearden Endowment, which provided educational opportunities for underprivileged children in the area.
The DEARDEN surname has also been associated with various place names in England, such as Dearden Bridge, Dearden Clough, and Dearden Fold, all located in the Lancashire region. These place names further reinforce the locational origins of the surname.
Demographics
Ancestry and ethnicity for Dearden
Among Census respondents with the surname Dearden, the largest self-reported group is White at 95.4%. The next largest groups are Hispanic (2.0%) and Two or More Races (1.6%).
The bar chart below shows how Dearden 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 Dearden surname at the time of the 2010 Census, not any inherent property of the name itself.
- White95.4%
- Hispanic or Latino2.0%
- Two or more races1.6%
- Asian and Pacific Islander0.7%
Year on year
2010 vs 2010 Census
How has the Dearden 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 | 2010 | 2010 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #26,282 | #26,282 | 0.0% |
| Count | 929 | 929 | 0.0% |
| Per 100K | 0.31 | 0.31 | 0.0% |
Between the 2010 and 2010 Census, the number of Dearden bearers went from 929 to 929 (+0.0% change). The surname held its position in the national ranking, going from #26,282 to #26,282.
Notable bearers
Famous people with the surname Dearden
FAQ
Dearden surname: questions and answers
How common is the last name Dearden?
The surname Dearden holds position #26,282 in the US Census Bureau's surname ranking, with an estimated 1,063 living bearers. It occurs at a rate of 0.31 per 100,000 Americans.
What is the ethnic background of the Dearden surname?
Among Census respondents with the surname Dearden, the largest self-reported group is White at 95.4%. The next largest groups are Hispanic (2.0%) and Two or More Races (1.6%). 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.