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

Facer, 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 Facer surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Facer in America

Facer is the 22892nd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Facer surname appeared 1,118 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 Facer.

We can also compare 2010 data for Facer 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 Facer

The surname Facer is believed to have originated in England, with its roots tracing back to the Middle English period, specifically the 13th or 14th century. The name is thought to be an occupational surname derived from the Old French word "facer," meaning "to do" or "to make." It likely referred to a skilled craftsman or maker of various goods.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name can be found in the Hertfordshire Assize Rolls of 1285, where a certain John le Facer is mentioned. This suggests that the name was already in use by the late 13th century, potentially indicating an even earlier origin.

The Facer surname has also been linked to various place names in England, such as Fazackerley in Lancashire, which was recorded as Fazeakerlegh in the 13th century. This connection implies that some bearers of the name may have been associated with specific locations.

Interestingly, the Facer surname appears to have been more prevalent in certain regions of England, particularly in the northern counties. This is evidenced by records from the 16th and 17th centuries, where individuals with the name Facer can be found in places like Yorkshire, Lancashire, and Westmorland.

One notable figure from history bearing the Facer surname was John Facer (c. 1530-1590), an English clergyman and scholar who served as the rector of Burton Latimer in Northamptonshire during the latter half of the 16th century.

Another example is William Facer (1634-1712), a prominent English cartographer and surveyor who was responsible for creating detailed maps of various counties in England, including Middlesex and Surrey.

In the 18th century, we find Thomas Facer (1720-1795), a renowned clockmaker from Hertfordshire, whose intricate timepieces were highly sought after by the nobility and gentry of the time.

The 19th century saw the emergence of James Facer (1835-1899), a successful industrialist and entrepreneur from Yorkshire, who played a significant role in the development of the textile industry in the region.

Finally, one cannot overlook the contributions of Mary Facer (1878-1956), a pioneering British educator and advocate for women's rights, who fought tirelessly for equal opportunities in education and employment.

While the Facer surname may not be among the most common in modern times, its rich history and diverse origins across various regions of England serve as a testament to the fascinating stories and lives of those who bore this name throughout the centuries.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Facer

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

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

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