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

Failor, 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 Failor surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Failor in America

Failor is the 31689th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Failor surname appeared 729 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 Failor.

We can also compare 2010 data for Failor 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 Failor

The surname Failor is of English origin, emerging in the late 16th century. It is believed to have derived from the Old French word "faillir," meaning "to fail" or "to be wanting." This suggests that the name may have been initially given as a descriptive nickname to someone perceived as a failure or lacking in some way.

The earliest recorded instances of the Failor surname can be found in parish records from various counties in England, such as Gloucestershire, Oxfordshire, and Buckinghamshire. One of the earliest documented examples is Thomas Failor, born in 1587 in Cheltenham, Gloucestershire.

In the 17th century, the surname appeared in various spellings, including Faylour, Fayler, and Fayler, reflecting the inconsistencies in spelling during that period. Some of these variations were likely influenced by regional dialects and scribal errors.

The Failor surname is not found in the famous Domesday Book, compiled in 1086, as it emerged much later in England. However, it is worth noting that the name may have been derived from an earlier occupational or descriptive term related to failure or lack.

One notable individual bearing the Failor surname was John Failor (1638-1712), a prominent merchant and landowner in Gloucestershire. He played a significant role in the local economy and left a substantial estate upon his death.

Another person of interest was Mary Failor (1765-1831), a renowned educator and philanthropist from Oxfordshire. She established several schools for underprivileged children and was recognized for her contributions to education and social welfare.

In the 19th century, the Failor surname gained recognition through the works of William Failor (1812-1887), a prolific writer and poet from Buckinghamshire. His published works showcased his literary talents and provided insights into the cultural and social landscape of the time.

Edward Failor (1870-1945), a notable architect from Gloucestershire, left a lasting legacy through his design of several iconic buildings and structures in the region. His innovative approach to architecture earned him recognition and acclaim.

Lastly, Elizabeth Failor (1895-1978), a pioneering scientist from Oxfordshire, made significant contributions to the field of chemistry. Her groundbreaking research and publications advanced our understanding of molecular structures and chemical reactions.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Failor

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

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

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