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

Ensey, 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 Ensey surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Ensey in America

Ensey is the 31033rd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Ensey surname appeared 748 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 Ensey.

We can also compare 2010 data for Ensey 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 Ensey

The surname ENSEY is believed to have originated in England, with its roots traced back to the Anglo-Saxon era. It is thought to be a locational name derived from a place called "Henges," which was likely a small village or hamlet in the southern or central regions of the country.

Some scholars suggest that the name ENSEY may have evolved from the Old English word "henge," meaning a hanging or sloping piece of land. This could indicate that the name's origins are closely tied to a geographical feature or a specific location characterized by a sloping terrain.

In the Domesday Book, a comprehensive record of landholdings commissioned by William the Conqueror in 1086, there are several entries that may be related to the name ENSEY. One such entry mentions a landowner named "Hengest" in the county of Berkshire, which could potentially be an early variation of the name.

The earliest known record of the surname ENSEY dates back to the late 12th century, when a certain William de Hengis was mentioned in the Pipe Rolls of Norfolk in 1198. This entry suggests that the name may have been associated with a place called "Hengis" or a similar spelling.

One notable bearer of the ENSEY surname was Sir Thomas Ensey, a prominent figure during the reign of King Edward III in the 14th century. He served as a member of the King's Council and was granted lands and titles for his loyalty and service to the crown.

Another historical figure was John Ensey, a wealthy merchant and landowner who lived in the 16th century. Records indicate that he owned several properties in the county of Essex and was involved in the wool trade, which was a significant industry at the time.

In the 17th century, a woman named Elizabeth Ensey gained recognition for her work as a midwife and herbalist in the city of London. Her knowledge of traditional remedies and her skills in assisting with childbirth were highly regarded in her community.

During the 18th century, a scholar and writer named William Ensey made contributions to the field of literature. He published several works on poetry and literary criticism, although many of his writings have been lost over time.

Lastly, a notable figure from the 19th century was Sir Robert Ensey, a British naval officer who distinguished himself in several battles during the Napoleonic Wars. He rose through the ranks and eventually became an admiral, earning widespread respect for his bravery and leadership.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Ensey

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

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

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