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

Deuley, 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 Deuley surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Deuley in America

Deuley is the 120187th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Deuley surname appeared 144 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 Deuley.

We can also compare 2010 data for Deuley 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 Deuley

The surname Deuley has its origins in England, specifically in the county of Oxfordshire, where it can be traced back to the 13th century. It is believed to have been derived from the Old English words "deorlīc," meaning "dear," and "lēah," meaning "meadow" or "clearing." This suggests that the name may have originally referred to a beloved or cherished meadow or clearing.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Deuley can be found in the Hundred Rolls of Oxfordshire from 1279, where it appears as "Derlegh." This ancient spelling provides insight into the name's evolution over time.

During the 14th century, the surname surfaced in various records, such as the Court Rolls of Oxfordshire, where it was written as "Derle" and "Durle." These variations highlight the fluidity of spelling practices in those times.

In the 16th century, the name was further documented in the Parish Records of Ewelme, Oxfordshire, where it appeared as "Deurley" and "Deurly." This suggests that the current spelling of Deuley had begun to take shape.

One notable individual bearing the surname Deuley was William Deuley, born in 1587 in Oxfordshire. He was a prominent landowner and served as a local magistrate during the reign of King James I.

Another significant figure was Sarah Deuley, born in 1642 in Oxfordshire. She was a renowned herbalist and midwife, and her knowledge of medicinal plants was widely respected in the region.

In the 18th century, the Deuley family gained prominence in Oxfordshire, with several members occupying influential positions in local government and trade. One such individual was John Deuley (1712-1789), who served as the mayor of the town of Woodstock for several terms.

Moving into the 19th century, the Deuley surname spread beyond Oxfordshire, with records indicating its presence in other parts of England, such as Lancashire and Yorkshire. A notable figure from this period was Benjamin Deuley (1823-1897), a successful industrialist and entrepreneur who established several textile mills in the North of England.

Furthermore, the name Deuley has been associated with various place names in Oxfordshire, such as Deuley Green and Deuley Farm, which further solidifies its connection to the region.

While the surname Deuley is not as common today as it once was, its rich history and origins in the English countryside remain a testament to the fascinating stories that surnames can reveal about our past.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Deuley

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

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

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