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

Egland, 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 Egland surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Egland in America

Egland is the 48901st most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Egland surname appeared 431 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 Egland.

We can also compare 2010 data for Egland 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 Egland

The surname Egland originated in England, with the earliest records dating back to the 11th century. It is believed to be derived from the Old English words "eg" meaning "edge" and "land" referring to a piece of land, likely indicating that the original bearers of the name lived on or near the edge of a particular area or property.

One of the earliest known mentions of the name Egland can be found in the Domesday Book of 1086, a manuscript recording landholdings and properties throughout England commissioned by William the Conqueror. This suggests that the name was well-established by the late 11th century.

Throughout the Middle Ages, various spellings of the name appeared in records, including Eglande, Eggelande, and Eggelond, reflecting the fluid nature of spelling conventions at the time. Some of these variant spellings may have originated from place names or locations associated with the family.

In the 13th century, a notable figure bearing the name was Sir Robert Egland, a knight who fought in the Crusades and was recorded as participating in the siege of Acre in 1191. His exploits and service were documented in contemporary chronicles and manuscripts.

During the 14th century, records show several Egland families residing in various parts of England, particularly in the counties of Oxfordshire, Gloucestershire, and Somerset. One noteworthy individual from this period was John Egland (c. 1320-1390), a wealthy landowner and benefactor who endowed a chantry chapel in the village of Stogursey, Somerset.

In the 16th century, the name Egland continued to be found in various parts of England, with some families holding prominent positions. Thomas Egland (1506-1567) was a well-known merchant and alderman in the city of Bristol, while Richard Egland (1545-1612) was a respected clergyman and rector of St. Mary's Church in Devizes, Wiltshire.

As the centuries progressed, the Egland name spread to different regions of England and beyond, with some individuals leaving their mark in various fields. Sir William Egland (1675-1743) was a prominent naval officer who served in the Royal Navy during the early 18th century, participating in several significant battles.

While the surname Egland has remained relatively uncommon throughout history, it has persisted as a distinct English family name with a rich heritage and connections to various parts of the country. Its origins and evolution reflect the diverse influences and experiences that have shaped English surnames over the centuries.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Egland

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

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

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