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

Dowery, 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 Dowery surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Dowery in America

Dowery is the 93125th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Dowery surname appeared 197 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 Dowery.

We can also compare 2010 data for Dowery 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 Dowery

The surname DOWERY is of English origin, tracing its roots back to the medieval period. It is derived from the Old English word "dohtor," meaning daughter, and likely originated as a descriptive surname given to someone who was the daughter of a prominent individual or family.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name can be found in the Domesday Book of 1086, where it appears as "Dohtor" in various entries. This suggests that the name was already in use by the time of the Norman Conquest in 1066.

The name DOWERY underwent various spelling variations over the centuries, including Doughter, Doghter, and Dohter, before settling into its modern form. These variations reflect the evolving nature of the English language and the inconsistencies in spelling during the Middle Ages.

In the 13th century, records show a John Doughter residing in Oxfordshire, England. A century later, in 1327, a Richard Doghter was mentioned in the Subsidy Rolls of Worcestershire.

One notable bearer of the name was William Dowery (c. 1540-1600), an English clergyman and author who served as the Rector of Hackney in London. He is known for his writings on religious topics and his involvement in the controversies surrounding the Elizabethan Settlement.

Another individual of note was Elizabeth Dowery (1589-1672), a wealthy landowner and philanthropist from Gloucestershire. She is remembered for her generous donations to local churches and charities, as well as her support for the education of underprivileged children.

In the 17th century, the name DOWERY was also found in parts of North America, likely carried by English settlers and immigrants. One example is John Dowery (1625-1701), a farmer and landowner in the Massachusetts Bay Colony.

The surname DOWERY has a rich history spanning several centuries and can be traced back to its Old English roots. While its meaning may have evolved over time, it remains a testament to the intricate tapestry of English nomenclature and the diverse influences that have shaped it.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Dowery

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

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

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