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

Doble, 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 Doble surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Doble in America

Doble is the 23002nd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Doble surname appeared 1,111 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 Doble.

We can also compare 2010 data for Doble 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 Doble

The surname Doble originates from England, with its roots dating back to the 11th century. It is believed to be derived from the Old English word "dobol," which means "double" or "twofold." This suggests that the name may have initially been used as a descriptive term for someone who held multiple positions or had a dual role.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Doble can be found in the Domesday Book of 1086, where it is listed as "Dobel." This comprehensive survey of England, commissioned by William the Conqueror, provides valuable insights into the distribution and prevalence of surnames during that era.

In the 12th century, records show the name appearing as "Dobbel" and "Dobyll," reflecting the variations in spelling that were common in those times. These variations can also be seen in the place names associated with the surname, such as "Doble Gate" in Lincolnshire and "Doble Field" in Oxfordshire.

Notable individuals bearing the Doble surname include William Doble (1612-1677), an English clergyman and writer who served as the Rector of Sutton in Sussex. Another prominent figure was Sir John Doble (1755-1834), a British naval officer who fought in the Napoleonic Wars and rose to the rank of Admiral.

In the literary realm, Samuel Doble (1772-1842) was an English poet and dramatist known for his works such as "The Bride of Abydos" and "The Corsair." Meanwhile, George Doble (1801-1868) was an architect responsible for designing several notable buildings in Somerset, including the Somerset County Court.

Moving forward in time, Sir Courtenay Edmund Walter Doble (1861-1937) was a British soldier and colonial administrator who served as the Governor of Sierra Leone from 1914 to 1920. His contributions to the development of the colony were significant during his tenure.

While the surname Doble may have originated as a descriptive term, it has become a well-established family name with a rich history spanning centuries. Its bearers have made notable contributions in various fields, from religion and literature to architecture and military service.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Doble

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

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

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