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

Fye, 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 Fye surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Fye in America

Fye is the 12795th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Fye surname appeared 2,410 times in the 2010 census and if you were to sample 100,000 people in the United States, approximately 1 people would have the surname Fye.

We can also compare 2010 data for Fye 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 Fye

The surname "FYE" is believed to have originated in the British Isles, specifically in England and Scotland. It is thought to be derived from the Old English word "fye," which meant "to drive away" or "to put to flight." This suggests that the name may have been initially given to someone who worked as a drover, herding animals or driving them away from fields or villages.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name "FYE" can be found in the Domesday Book of 1086, which was a comprehensive survey of landowners and their holdings in England commissioned by William the Conqueror. The name appears in various spellings, such as "Fie," "Fye," and "Fye."

In the 13th century, records show a Richard Fye residing in Yorkshire, England. Another early bearer of the name was John Fye, who was listed in the Pipe Rolls of Gloucestershire in 1257.

The name "FYE" can also be traced back to places like Fyfield in Wiltshire, England, and Fyfield in Essex, England. These place names are believed to have derived from the Old English words "fyge" (fugitive) and "feld" (field), possibly referring to fields or areas where outlaws or fugitives sought refuge.

One notable individual with the surname "FYE" was Robert Fye, an English clergyman and theologian who lived in the 15th century. He was a master at the University of Oxford and served as the Chancellor of the University from 1471 to 1472.

Another prominent figure was Sir John Fye, a Scottish knight who fought alongside King Robert the Bruce during the Wars of Scottish Independence in the early 14th century. He played a crucial role in several battles against the English and was granted lands in recognition of his valor.

In the 16th century, there was a Thomas Fye, a merchant and landowner from Lincolnshire, England, who was known for his successful business ventures and philanthropic endeavors.

The surname "FYE" also has connections to Ireland, where it is sometimes spelled as "Faye." One notable Irish bearer of this name was Aodh Faye, a 17th-century Gaelic poet and scholar from County Donegal.

Throughout history, the surname "FYE" has been associated with various occupations, including farming, clergy, military service, and trade. While the exact origins and meanings may have evolved over time, the name remains a part of the rich tapestry of surnames found in the British Isles and beyond.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Fye

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

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

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