Flockhart
A locational surname derived from a place called Flockhart in Scotland.
According to the 2010 US Census Bureau surname tables, roughly 411 Americans carry the last name Flockhart. That puts it at #55,741 in the national surname ranking, appearing at a frequency of 0.12 per 100,000 people (about 1 in 833,952 residents).
This page is the full Name Census profile for the Flockhart surname. You will find the Census Bureau frequency data, an ancestry and ethnicity breakdown based on self-reported demographics, the name's meaning and origin where available, and answers to the most common questions people ask about this surname.
Bearers in the US
411
1 in 833,952
Census rank
#55,741
2010 decennial data
Per 100,000
0.1
Frequency rate
Recorded bearers
368
very rare in the US
Popularity narrative
The Census Bureau recorded 368 bearers of the surname Flockhart in its 2010 decennial surname file. At a rate of 0.12 per 100,000 residents, it holds the 55741st position in the national surname ranking.
Among Census respondents with the surname Flockhart, the largest self-reported group is White at 94.6%. The next largest groups are Asian/Pacific Islander (2.7%).
Origin
Meaning and origin of Flockhart
The surname Flockhart is of Scottish origin, with its roots traced back to the Lowlands region of Scotland in the medieval period. The name is believed to be derived from the Old English words "flocc," meaning "flock" or "herd of animals," and "hyrde," which translates to "herdsman" or "shepherd." This suggests that the earliest bearers of this surname were involved in tending flocks of sheep or other livestock.
During the 12th and 13th centuries, the name appeared in various forms, such as Flokhart, Flokehert, and Flokkehird, reflecting the linguistic evolution and regional variations in spelling. One of the earliest recorded instances of the name is found in the Ragman Rolls of 1296, where a John Flokkart from Roxburghshire is listed as swearing fealty to King Edward I of England.
In the 14th century, the Flockhart name is mentioned in the Exchequer Rolls of Scotland, which were financial records maintained by the Scottish government. A notable figure from this era is William Flockhart, a landowner from Perthshire, who was granted a charter for his lands in 1372.
As the centuries progressed, the Flockharts continued to establish themselves as prominent figures in various parts of Scotland. In the 16th century, a branch of the family settled in Stirlingshire, where they acquired the lands of Balnacreich. One of the most celebrated members of this line was Sir Robert Flockhart (1588-1664), a renowned military commander who served in the Swedish army during the Thirty Years' War.
Another prominent individual bearing the Flockhart name was John Flockhart (1767-1845), a successful merchant and philanthropist from Edinburgh. He amassed a considerable fortune through his trading ventures and donated generously to various charitable causes, including the establishment of the Flockhart Dispensary, which provided medical care to the poor.
In the literary realm, the Flockhart surname is associated with the Scottish poet and novelist Ronald Flockhart (1923-1962), whose works explored themes of social injustice and working-class life in Scotland. His most notable works include "The Restless Image" and "The Butterfly Man."
Other notable individuals with the surname Flockhart include Sir Robert Flockhart (1892-1976), a highly decorated British Army officer who served in both World Wars, and Calista Flockhart (born 1964), an American actress best known for her role in the television series "Ally McBeal."
Demographics
Ancestry and ethnicity for Flockhart
Among Census respondents with the surname Flockhart, the largest self-reported group is White at 94.6%. The next largest groups are Asian/Pacific Islander (2.7%).
The bar chart below shows how Flockhart bearers described their own race and ethnicity on the 2010 Census form. The Census Bureau groups responses into six broad categories: White, Black or African American, Hispanic or Latino, Asian and Pacific Islander, American Indian and Alaska Native, and Two or More Races. When a category has too few respondents for a given surname, the Bureau suppresses the figure to protect individual privacy, which is why some names show fewer than six slices.
Keep in mind that these are self-reported numbers. A person's surname does not determine their race or ethnicity, and the distribution you see here reflects the specific population who happened to carry the Flockhart surname at the time of the 2010 Census, not any inherent property of the name itself.
- White94.6%
- Asian and Pacific Islander2.7%
Year on year
2010 vs 2010 Census
How has the Flockhart surname changed between Census years? The chart shows bearer count side by side, and the table compares rank, count, and frequency.
Census year comparison
| Metric | 2010 | 2010 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #55,741 | #55,741 | 0.0% |
| Count | 368 | 368 | 0.0% |
| Per 100K | 0.12 | 0.12 | 0.0% |
Between the 2010 and 2010 Census, the number of Flockhart bearers went from 368 to 368 (+0.0% change). The surname held its position in the national ranking, going from #55,741 to #55,741.
Notable bearers
Famous people with the surname Flockhart
FAQ
Flockhart surname: questions and answers
How common is the last name Flockhart?
The surname Flockhart holds position #55,741 in the US Census Bureau's surname ranking, with an estimated 411 living bearers. It occurs at a rate of 0.12 per 100,000 Americans.
What is the ethnic background of the Flockhart surname?
Among Census respondents with the surname Flockhart, the largest self-reported group is White at 94.6%. The next largest groups are Asian/Pacific Islander (2.7%). These figures come from the 2010 Census Bureau surname tables, based on how respondents described their own race and ethnicity.
Where does this surname data come from?
All surname statistics on Name Census are drawn from the US Census Bureau's decennial surname frequency tables. These tables list every surname that appeared 100 or more times in the 2010 Census, along with a frequency rate and self-reported demographic breakdown. You can read the full explanation on our methodology page.