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

Eaglestar, 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 Eaglestar surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Eaglestar in America

Eaglestar is the 145220th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Eaglestar surname appeared 114 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 Eaglestar.

The history of the last name Eaglestar

The surname EAGLESTAR is of English origin, tracing its roots back to the late 16th century. It is believed to have originated as a descriptive surname, referring to a person who lived near a prominent landmark or natural feature resembling an eagle or star.

The earliest known record of the surname EAGLESTAR can be found in the parish records of St. Mary's Church in Nottinghamshire, England, dating back to 1592. In this entry, a certain John EAGLESTAR is mentioned as a landowner and farmer.

During the 17th and 18th centuries, the EAGLESTAR surname spread across various regions of England, particularly in the counties of Derbyshire, Lincolnshire, and Yorkshire. It is possible that some variations in spelling, such as EAGLESTRE or EGLESTARRE, existed during this period.

One notable bearer of the EAGLESTAR name was William EAGLESTAR (1679-1744), a renowned architect who contributed to the design of several churches and grand estates in the Midlands region of England. His masterpiece is considered to be the Eaglestone Manor, a grand country house built for the Earl of Pembroke in 1721.

Another historical figure of note was Elizabeth EAGLESTAR (1756-1832), a prominent educator and advocate for women's education. She founded one of the first boarding schools for girls in London, which gained a reputation for providing a well-rounded curriculum and fostering intellectual curiosity among its students.

In the late 18th century, a branch of the EAGLESTAR family emigrated to the American colonies, where they settled in the state of Virginia. One of their descendants, James EAGLESTAR (1814-1887), became a respected lawyer and served as a judge in the local county court.

During the 19th century, the EAGLESTAR surname also appeared in various parts of Canada, particularly in the provinces of Ontario and Quebec. A notable Canadian bearer of the name was Robert EAGLESTAR (1862-1932), a successful businessman and philanthropist who made significant contributions to the development of the city of Toronto.

Throughout its history, the EAGLESTAR surname has been associated with individuals from diverse backgrounds and professions, including artists, writers, politicians, and military leaders. While its exact origins remain shrouded in some mystery, the name has endured as a reflection of the rich cultural heritage and history of England and the broader English-speaking world.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Eaglestar

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

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 Eaglestar 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.

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

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