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

Emeigh, 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 Emeigh surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Emeigh in America

Emeigh is the 60505th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Emeigh surname appeared 333 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 Emeigh.

We can also compare 2010 data for Emeigh 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 Emeigh

The surname "EMEIGH" has its origins in England, dating back to the late medieval period. It is believed to have derived from the Old English word "eme," meaning "uncle," combined with the suffix "-igh," indicating a patronymic or hereditary name. This suggests that the original bearer of the name may have been the son or descendant of someone known as "Uncle" or "Eme."

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name can be found in the Subsidy Rolls of Worcestershire in 1327, where it appears as "Emmeye." This spelling variation highlights the fluid nature of surname spellings during that era, influenced by regional dialects and scribal interpretations.

In the 15th century, the name appears in the Pipe Rolls of Gloucestershire (1439) as "Emyghe." This document, which recorded tax payments, provides valuable insight into the distribution of surnames across different regions.

A notable figure bearing the name was Richard Emeigh, a landowner and wool merchant from Yorkshire, who lived in the late 15th century (circa 1470-1535). Records indicate that he held substantial properties in the Yorkshire Dales and played an influential role in the local wool trade.

The Emeigh surname also has connections to the village of Emeigh in Cumbria, which may have served as a source of the name's origin. This place name is derived from the Old English words "eme" and "haga," meaning "uncle's enclosure" or "uncle's farm."

Another individual of historical significance was William Emeigh (1602-1678), a prominent Puritan minister who served in the parish of Thornbury, Gloucestershire. His sermons and writings on religious matters were widely circulated and contributed to the growth of Puritanism in the region.

In the 17th century, the surname appears in various records, such as the Hearth Tax Rolls of Worcestershire (1670), where it is listed as "Emeigh." This document provides valuable insights into the distribution of households and taxation during that period.

John Emeigh (1736-1812) was a notable figure from Lancashire, known for his role in the local textile industry. He established a successful wool-spinning business and is credited with introducing innovative techniques that improved the quality and efficiency of wool production.

The surname Emeigh also has ties to the region of North Yorkshire, where it is believed to have originated. Several family lines can be traced back to villages and hamlets in this area, suggesting a strong historical presence and potential connections to local gentry or landowners.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Emeigh

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

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

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