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

Elvidge, 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 Elvidge surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Elvidge in America

Elvidge is the 65964th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Elvidge surname appeared 300 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 Elvidge.

We can also compare 2010 data for Elvidge 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 Elvidge

The surname Elvidge originates from England, with its earliest known origins dating back to the 13th century. The name is believed to be derived from the Old English words "ælf" (meaning "elf" or "fairy") and "ridding" (a clearing or forest-clearing), suggesting a connection to individuals living in or near woodland areas inhabited by mythical creatures.

The earliest recorded mention of the Elvidge surname can be found in the Hundred Rolls of 1273, where it appears as "Aluredynge." This historical document contains records of landowners and their properties, indicating the surname's association with landholding families during that period.

In the 16th century, records show variations of the surname spelling, including "Elveridge," "Elvirge," and "Elveredge." These variations likely reflect regional dialects and the evolution of the name over time.

One notable early bearer of the Elvidge surname was John Elvidge, who was born in Yorkshire, England, in the late 16th century. He was a prominent merchant and landowner, and his descendants continued to reside in Yorkshire for several generations.

Another historical figure with the Elvidge surname was William Elvidge, born in 1629 in Nottinghamshire, England. He was a member of the English gentry and served as a magistrate in his local community.

In the 18th century, the Elvidge surname was found in various parts of England, including Lancashire, where a family of that name owned a significant estate. Thomas Elvidge, born in 1732, was a notable landowner and businessman from this Lancashire branch of the family.

The 19th century saw the Elvidge surname spread beyond England, with some individuals emigrating to other parts of the British Empire, including Canada and Australia. One such individual was George Elvidge, born in 1813 in Lincolnshire, England, who later settled in Ontario, Canada, where he became a successful farmer.

Another notable bearer of the Elvidge surname was Sir Arthur Elvidge, born in 1856 in Yorkshire, England. He was a distinguished military officer who served in the British Army during the late 19th and early 20th centuries, receiving numerous honors for his service.

Throughout its history, the Elvidge surname has maintained a strong association with rural areas and landholding families, reflecting its origins as a name derived from woodland clearings and settlements.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Elvidge

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

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

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