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

Eakle, 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 Eakle surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Eakle in America

Eakle is the 26695th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Eakle surname appeared 912 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 Eakle.

We can also compare 2010 data for Eakle 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 Eakle

The surname Eakle originated in England and can be traced back to the 13th century. It is believed to have derived from the Old English word "ac," meaning oak, and the suffix "-leah," referring to a woodland clearing or meadow. This suggests that the earliest bearers of the name lived in an area characterized by oak trees and open spaces.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name appears in the Hundred Rolls of Oxfordshire from 1273, where it is spelled "Acleh." This document, which served as a survey of landowners and their holdings, provides valuable insight into the geographic distribution of the name during the medieval period.

In the 14th century, the name appeared in various forms, including "Akeley," "Akeleye," and "Ackley," reflecting the fluidity of spelling conventions at the time. These variations often corresponded to specific locations, such as the village of Ackley in Buckinghamshire, which may have influenced the surname's development.

Notably, the Eakle surname was present in the renowned Domesday Book of 1086, a comprehensive record of landholdings and population across England commissioned by William the Conqueror. This inclusion underscores the surname's longstanding presence in English history.

One notable bearer of the name was John Eakle, a prominent merchant and alderman who lived in London during the 16th century. Records indicate that he played a significant role in the city's mercantile affairs and served as an influential figure in his community.

Another individual worth mentioning is Sir William Eakle (1570-1638), a member of the English gentry and a respected landowner in Gloucestershire. His family's coat of arms, featuring oak branches, reflects the name's connection to the oak tree.

In the 18th century, the Eakle surname gained prominence through the achievements of Elizabeth Eakle (1723-1804), a renowned author and poet whose works were widely celebrated during her lifetime. Her literary contributions helped elevate the family name's visibility in intellectual circles.

Moving into the 19th century, we encounter Robert Eakle (1812-1887), a renowned engineer and inventor whose innovations in steam engine technology had a lasting impact on the Industrial Revolution. His pioneering work earned him recognition both in England and abroad.

Finally, it is worth noting that the Eakle surname has also been associated with various place names, such as Eakle Farm in Oxfordshire and Eakle Wood in Buckinghamshire, further reinforcing its deep roots in the English landscape.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Eakle

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

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

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