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

Fashaw, 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 Fashaw surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Fashaw in America

Fashaw is the 74375th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Fashaw surname appeared 260 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 Fashaw.

We can also compare 2010 data for Fashaw 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 Fashaw

The surname "FASHAW" is believed to have originated in England, with its roots tracing back to the late 11th century. It is thought to be derived from the Old English word "fæthe," meaning a pasture or an enclosure for animals, and the word "sceaga," which referred to a small wood or grove. This combination suggests that the name may have initially referred to someone who lived near a pasture or wooded area.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name can be found in the Pipe Rolls of Gloucestershire from 1190, where a Roger Fawschaw is mentioned. This early spelling variation highlights the evolution of the name over time. Additionally, the Hundred Rolls of 1273 include references to a Walter de Fawschaw and a Nicholas Fawschaw, both residing in Oxfordshire.

In the 14th century, the surname appeared in various forms, such as Fawchaw, Fawshoe, and Fawshaw, in records from counties like Warwickshire, Worcestershire, and Staffordshire. This geographical distribution indicates that the name was widespread across central and western England during this period.

One notable historical figure bearing the surname was Sir John Fashaw, a prominent military commander who served under King Edward III during the Hundred Years' War. Born around 1320, Sir John Fashaw is believed to have participated in several key battles, including the Battle of Crécy in 1346 and the Siege of Calais in 1347.

Another figure of note was Richard Fashaw, a wealthy merchant and landowner who lived in Bristol during the 15th century. Records from 1478 mention his extensive property holdings and business ventures in the city.

In the 16th century, the surname continued to appear in various forms, such as Faushawe and Fawshaw. One notable bearer was William Faushawe, a poet and playwright born in Oxfordshire around 1540. His works, though not widely known today, were celebrated during his lifetime.

The 17th century saw the emergence of Robert Fashaw, a prominent Puritan minister who served as the rector of St. Mary's Church in Bury St. Edmunds, Suffolk. Born in 1595, Fashaw was known for his fiery sermons and his staunch support for the Parliamentarian cause during the English Civil War.

As the centuries progressed, the surname continued to be found across various regions of England, with some families eventually migrating to other parts of the British Isles and beyond. While the exact origins and meaning of the name remain shrouded in the mists of history, its enduring presence in historical records serves as a testament to its long-standing legacy.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Fashaw

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

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

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