2010
#156,044
National surname rank
Recorded bearers 104
First available Census row
Per 100,000 0.04
Very Rare Last name
Devader
A variant spelling of an occupational surname derived from the French "de la vadrouille" meaning vagabond or wanderer.
According to the 2020 US Census Bureau surname tables, roughly 124 Americans carry the last name Devader. That puts it at #150,935 in the national surname ranking, appearing at a frequency of 0.04 per 100,000 people (about 1 in 2,764,148 residents).
This page is the full Name Census profile for the Devader surname. You will find the Census Bureau frequency data, a multi-census history view, 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
124
1 in 2,764,148
Census rank
#150,935
2020 decennial data
Per 100,000
0.0
Frequency rate
Recorded bearers
108
very rare in the US
Popularity narrative
The Census Bureau recorded 108 bearers of the surname Devader in its 2020 decennial surname file. At a rate of 0.04 per 100,000 residents, it holds the 150935th position in the national surname ranking.
Among Census respondents with the surname Devader, the largest self-reported group is White at 77.8%. The next largest groups are Two or More Races (17.6%) and American Indian/Alaska Native (3.7%).
Origin
Meaning and origin of Devader
The surname DEVADER is of English origin, with its roots traced back to the late 13th century. It is believed to have originated from the Old English word "devor," meaning "a quarreler or a contentious person," and the suffix "-er," indicating an occupation or a characteristic.
One of the earliest known records of the name DEVADER can be found in the Subsidy Rolls of Worcestershire, dated 1327, where it appears as "William le Devadere." This suggests that the name was initially used as a descriptive term, likely referring to someone with a quarrelsome or argumentative nature.
During the 14th and 15th centuries, the surname DEVADER appeared in various forms, such as "Devadour," "Devadyr," and "Devadere," reflecting the variations in spelling and pronunciation common in those times. The name was particularly prevalent in the counties of Worcestershire, Gloucestershire, and Herefordshire, suggesting a strong regional connection.
In the 16th century, a notable figure bearing the name DEVADER was John Devader (c. 1520-1585), a prominent merchant and alderman in the city of Bristol. He was actively involved in the city's affairs and served as the Mayor of Bristol in 1573.
Another historical reference to the name DEVADER can be found in the Hearth Tax Rolls of 1665, which recorded households and their tax liabilities based on the number of hearths or fireplaces. This document mentions a Thomas Devader residing in the parish of St. Peter, Gloucestershire.
The 18th century saw the emergence of William Devader (1728-1802), a respected scholar and theologian who served as the Vicar of St. Mary's Church in Nottinghamshire. He was known for his contributions to religious literature and his sermons.
In the 19th century, the name DEVADER gained notable recognition with the birth of Emily Devader (1842-1918), a pioneering educator and advocate for women's rights. She founded one of the first schools for girls in London and played a pivotal role in promoting equal educational opportunities for women.
Another prominent figure bearing the surname DEVADER was Sir Edward Devader (1865-1945), a distinguished military officer who served in the British Army during World War I. He was awarded the Victoria Cross, the highest military honor in the United Kingdom, for his exceptional bravery and leadership on the battlefield.
Throughout its history, the surname DEVADER has maintained a strong presence in various parts of England, particularly in the counties of Worcestershire, Gloucestershire, and Herefordshire, where it originated. While the name may have evolved in spelling and pronunciation over time, its roots can be traced back to the Old English word "devor," reflecting the quarrelsome or contentious nature once associated with those who bore it.
Demographics
Ancestry and ethnicity for Devader
Among Census respondents with the surname Devader, the largest self-reported group is White at 77.8%. The next largest groups are Two or More Races (17.6%) and American Indian/Alaska Native (3.7%).
The bar chart below shows how Devader bearers described their own race and ethnicity on the 2020 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.
Percentages are shown for every Census year so the breakdown stays comparable over time. When the source file also includes raw headcounts, Name Census shows those alongside the percentages in the legend.
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 Devader surname at the time of the 2020 Census, not any inherent property of the name itself.
- White77.8% · 84
- Two or more races17.6% · 19
- American Indian and Alaska Native3.7% · 4
- Asian and Pacific Islander0.9% · 1
Timeline
Historical Census data for Devader
Devader appears in 2 published Census surname files: 2010, 2020. The cards below show how the name's rank and bearer count changed across each release.
2020
#150,935
National surname rank
Recorded bearers 108
+4 bearers (+3.8%)
Per 100,000 0.04
Rank movement Up 5,109 places
| Year | Rank | Count | Per 100K | Count change | Rank change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | #156,044 | 104 | 0.04 | First available Census row | First available Census row |
| 2020 | #150,935 | 108 | 0.04 | +4 bearers (+3.8%) | Up 5,109 places |
For 2020, the Census Bureau published race and Hispanic-origin columns as counts rather than percentages. Name Census converts those counts back into shares so the ancestry section stays comparable with the older surname files.
Year on year
2010 vs 2020 Census
How has the Devader surname changed between Census years? The chart shows bearer count side by side, and the table compares rank, count, and frequency.
Census year comparison
20102020
| Metric | 2010 | 2020 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #156,044 | #150,935 | 3.3% |
| Count | 104 | 108 | 3.8% |
| Per 100K | 0.04 | 0.04 | -9.7% |
Between the 2010 and 2020 Census, the number of Devader bearers went from 104 to 108 (+3.8% change). The surname moved up 5,109 positions in the national ranking, going from #156,044 to #150,935.
FAQ
Devader surname: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. have the surname Devader?
Name Census estimates that about 124 living Americans carry the surname Devader. Using the current population baseline, that works out to roughly 1 in 2,764,148 residents.
How common is Devader?
Devader ranks #150,935 in the 2020 Census surname tables and is classified on this site as "Very Rare." The Census recorded the name at a frequency of 0.04 per 100,000 residents, which is about 0 people out of every 100,000.
How many people with this surname were counted in the Census?
The raw 2020 Census file counted 108 people with the surname Devader. That is different from the site's living-bearer estimate (124), which projects the surname's present-day count by applying the Census frequency rate to the current U.S. population.
What does 0.04 per 100,000 actually mean?
It is the Census Bureau's normalized frequency measure. A rate of 0.04 per 100,000 means that if you picked a random group of 100,000 U.S. residents, you would expect about 0 of them to have the surname Devader.
Has Devader become more or less common over time?
Between 2010 and 2020, the surname Devader went from 104 recorded bearers to 108. That is an increase of 4 (+3.8%). In the national ranking it rose from #156,044 to #150,935.
What does the Census say about the background of Devader?
Among Census respondents with the surname Devader, the largest self-reported group is White at 77.8%. The next largest groups are Two or More Races (17.6%) and American Indian/Alaska Native (3.7%). These figures come from the 2020 Census Bureau surname tables, based on how respondents described their own race and ethnicity.
Which group reports this surname most often?
White is the largest self-reported group for the surname Devader in the 2020 Census, accounting for 77.8% (84 people in the source table).
What is the full ancestry breakdown?
Devader appears across multiple self-reported groups in the Census data. The largest shares in the 2020 file are White (77.8%), Two or More Races (17.6%), American Indian/Alaska Native (3.7%). For 2020, the source file also published raw headcounts for each group, which is why this page can show both percentages and counts in the ancestry section.
Is this page using the latest Census data?
Yes. This page is using the latest surname file currently loaded on Name Census, which is 2020. The historical section above also keeps any older Census surname entries we have for Devader (2010, 2020).
Does the Census include every surname?
No. The Census Bureau only publishes surnames that appeared at least 100 times in a given decennial Census. That means very rare surnames are excluded entirely, and a surname can appear in one Census release but disappear from a later one if it falls below the reporting threshold.
Why don't the ancestry percentages always add up to exactly 100%?
There are two main reasons: rounding and suppression. The Census Bureau rounds published values, and it may suppress very small cells to protect privacy. For 2020, the Bureau also published raw group counts rather than direct percentages, so Name Census converts those counts back into shares for comparability across census years.
What does Devader mean?
A variant spelling of an occupational surname derived from the French "de la vadrouille" meaning vagabond or wanderer. The fuller origin note on this page goes into more detail.
Where does the surname data come from?
All surname statistics on Name Census are drawn from the US Census Bureau's decennial surname frequency tables. These files list every surname that appeared 100 or more times in the 2020 Census, along with a count, a per-100,000 rate, and a self-reported demographic breakdown. You can read the full explanation on our methodology page.
How does Name Census estimate living bearers?
For surnames, Name Census does not age cohorts the way it does for first names. Instead, it takes the Census Bureau's published frequency for Devader (0.04 per 100,000) and applies that rate to the current U.S. resident population to estimate how many living Americans have the surname today.
How common is the surname Devader?
You can see how many Americans have the surname Devader on our sister site HowManyOfMe.org — same data roots, lighter UI.