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

DeBolt, 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 DeBolt surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of DeBolt in America

DeBolt is the 11062nd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The DeBolt surname appeared 2,872 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 DeBolt.

We can also compare 2010 data for DeBolt 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 DeBolt

The surname DEBOLT originated in the Rhineland region of Germany during the Middle Ages. It is derived from the medieval German words "de Bolte," which translates to "of the bolt" or "of the crossbow bolt." This suggests that the earliest bearers of this name may have been skilled crossbowmen or fletchers who crafted bolts for crossbows.

One of the earliest records of the DEBOLT surname can be found in the Codex Diplomaticus Nassoicus, a collection of historical documents from the Nassau region of Germany, dating back to the 13th century. In this codex, a reference is made to a certain "Henricus de Bolte" in the year 1275, indicating the presence of the surname in that region during that time period.

As the DEBOLT family migrated across Europe, variations in spelling emerged, such as DeBoldt, DeBoult, and DeBolt. These spelling variations were likely influenced by regional dialects and the preference of scribes who recorded the name in official documents.

In the 15th century, the DEBOLT surname appeared in the records of the city of Cologne, Germany, with the mention of a merchant named Johann DeBolt in 1437. This suggests that members of the DEBOLT family had established themselves as successful tradesmen in the city's thriving commercial centers.

One of the earliest known individuals to bear the DEBOLT surname was Sir William DeBolt (c. 1490-1558), an English nobleman and landowner who served as a member of Parliament during the reign of King Henry VIII. Sir William's family is believed to have originated from the German DeBolt lineage, demonstrating the spread of the name across borders.

Another notable figure was Hans DeBolt (1532-1603), a German theologian and religious reformer who played a significant role in the Protestant Reformation. His writings and teachings influenced the development of Lutheran theology in the 16th century.

In the 17th century, the DEBOLT surname made its way to the American colonies, with records indicating the arrival of Peter DeBolt in Pennsylvania in 1683. Peter's descendants went on to establish themselves in various parts of the United States, contributing to the growth and development of the nation.

One of the most prominent figures in American history with the DEBOLT surname was General John DeBolt (1788-1862), who served in the War of 1812 and later became a respected politician and statesman in Ohio. His leadership and contributions to the state's development earned him a lasting place in the annals of American history.

As the DEBOLT family spread across the globe, they left their mark in various fields, from the arts and sciences to politics and military service. The surname continues to be a source of pride and a testament to the rich historical legacy of its bearers.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name DeBolt

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

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

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