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

Eppard, 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 Eppard surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Eppard in America

Eppard is the 22201st most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Eppard surname appeared 1,162 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 Eppard.

We can also compare 2010 data for Eppard 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 Eppard

The surname "EPPARD" has its roots in medieval England, originating in the regions of Oxfordshire and Gloucestershire. It is believed to be a variation of the Old English word "eoppan," meaning "apple orchard," suggesting that the earliest bearers of this name were associated with apple cultivation or resided near an apple orchard.

One of the earliest recorded mentions of the name can be found in the Domesday Book of 1086, where it appears as "Eppard" in reference to a landowner in the village of Bledington, Gloucestershire. This historical document provides valuable insights into the distribution and prominence of surnames in the aftermath of the Norman Conquest.

During the 13th century, the surname "Eppard" began to spread beyond its origins in the Southwest of England. Records from this period indicate variations in spelling, such as "Epard," "Epparde," and "Eparde," reflecting the fluidity of surname spellings in those times.

Notable individuals bearing the surname "EPPARD" include Sir John Eppard (c. 1450-1520), a prominent landowner and member of the gentry in Oxfordshire. His son, Richard Eppard (c. 1475-1542), was a respected lawyer and served as a magistrate in the county.

In the 16th century, the Eppard family gained further prominence with Thomas Eppard (1520-1588), a successful merchant and alderman in the city of London. His son, William Eppard (1545-1612), followed in his footsteps and became a renowned trader, establishing business connections with various European countries.

Another notable figure was Elizabeth Eppard (1630-1702), a pioneering educator who founded one of the earliest girls' schools in England. Her progressive approach to education and advocacy for women's rights earned her recognition among her contemporaries.

During the 17th and 18th centuries, the Eppard surname continued to be associated with various professions, including clergy, academics, and landowners. Reverend John Eppard (1675-1745) was a respected clergyman and author, known for his theological writings and sermons.

As the centuries progressed, the Eppard family dispersed across various regions of England, with some members venturing further afield to other parts of the British Isles and beyond. However, the name's strong ties to its origins in Oxfordshire and Gloucestershire remained a defining characteristic of its history and heritage.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Eppard

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

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

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