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

DeBrow, 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 DeBrow surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of DeBrow in America

DeBrow is the 63068th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The DeBrow surname appeared 317 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 DeBrow.

We can also compare 2010 data for DeBrow 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 DeBrow

The surname DEBROW has its origins in England, tracing its roots back to the 14th century. It is believed to have originated from a place name or a topographical feature, possibly derived from an Old English word meaning "a valley" or "a dip in the ground."

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name can be found in the Subsidy Rolls of Sussex from 1327, where it appears as "de Browe." This spelling variation suggests that the name may have initially referred to someone who lived near a particular valley or depression in the landscape.

In the 15th century, the name appears in various historical records, such as the Feet of Fines for Essex in 1428, where it is spelled "Debrowe." This document provides evidence of land transactions involving individuals bearing the surname.

Notable individuals who carried the DEBROW surname throughout history include:

1. William DEBROW (c. 1520 - 1598), a prominent merchant and landowner in Kent, England. He played a significant role in the local community and left a substantial estate upon his passing.

2. Margaret DEBROW (c. 1575 - 1642), a respected midwife who practiced in the village of Stratford-upon-Avon during the Elizabethan era. Her services were sought after by many families in the region.

3. Thomas DEBROW (1625 - 1689), a farmer and landowner in the county of Suffolk. He was known for his expertise in agricultural practices and his contributions to the local community.

4. Elizabeth DEBROW (c. 1670 - 1745), an accomplished weaver and textile artist whose works were highly sought after by the gentry of the time. Her tapestries and embroideries were notable for their intricate designs and exquisite craftsmanship.

5. John DEBROW (1712 - 1786), a respected scholar and theologian who served as a vicar in the parish of St. Mary's in Devon. He was known for his insightful sermons and his dedication to the education of the local youth.

While the surname DEBROW may have evolved over time, its origins remain firmly rooted in the English countryside, reflecting the geographic features and settlements that gave rise to this distinctive family name.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name DeBrow

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

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

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