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

Followell, 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 Followell surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Followell in America

Followell is the 31150th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Followell surname appeared 745 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 Followell.

We can also compare 2010 data for Followell 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 Followell

The surname Followell has its origins in the region of northern England, dating back to the late medieval period around the 13th century. It is believed to derive from an Old English word "folc" meaning "people" or "folk," combined with the suffix "-well," indicating a well or spring of water. This suggests the name may have originally referred to someone living near a communal well or spring that was frequented by the local people.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Followell can be found in the Subsidy Rolls of Yorkshire from the year 1297, where a certain Robert Folghewelle is mentioned. This variation in spelling highlights the evolution of the surname over time, as it was adapted to the local dialects and pronunciation of different regions.

In the 16th century, the Followell name appears in the Parish Records of St. Mary's Church in Beverley, Yorkshire, with the baptism of John Followell in 1572. This suggests the family had established roots in the area, potentially linked to a specific location or settlement associated with the name.

During the 17th century, the Followell name gained prominence with the life of Sir William Followell (1610-1679), a prominent merchant and landowner from Lincolnshire. His successful trade ventures and acquisition of substantial estates contributed to the family's standing and wealth.

Another notable figure was Thomas Followell (1756-1823), a renowned architect from Yorkshire who was responsible for the design of several notable buildings, including the Followell Manor in the village of Ripon. His architectural legacy has left a lasting impact on the region's built heritage.

In the 19th century, the Followell name found its way across the Atlantic, with records indicating the presence of the family in the United States. One such individual was Elizabeth Followell (1825-1901), who settled in Pennsylvania and became a prominent figure in the local community, known for her philanthropic endeavors and support of various charitable causes.

Throughout its history, the Followell surname has been associated with various place names and locations, including Followell Farm in Cumbria, Followell Manor in Yorkshire, and the village of Followell in Northumberland. These place names serve as a testament to the family's deep-rooted presence and influence in different parts of northern England over the centuries.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Followell

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

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

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