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

Gallow, 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 Gallow surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Gallow in America

Gallow is the 24388th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Gallow surname appeared 1,027 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 Gallow.

We can also compare 2010 data for Gallow 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 Gallow

The surname Gallow is believed to have originated in England during the medieval period, derived from the Old English word "galga," which means "gallows." This suggests that the name may have been initially associated with someone who lived near a gallows or may have been involved in executing criminals.

The earliest recorded instances of the surname Gallow can be traced back to the 13th century in various records and documents from different parts of England. One notable example is a reference to a Roger Gallow in the Hundred Rolls of Gloucestershire in 1275.

During the 14th century, the surname Gallow appeared in several other historical records, including the Subsidy Rolls of Worcestershire in 1327, where a John Gallow was mentioned. Additionally, the name was found in the Pipe Rolls of Yorkshire in 1379, indicating its presence in different regions of England.

In the 15th century, the surname Gallow continued to be documented in various records, such as the Court Rolls of the Manor of Wakefield in Yorkshire, where a Thomas Gallow was recorded in 1440.

One notable individual with the surname Gallow was John Gallow, a merchant and alderman in the City of London, who lived during the late 16th and early 17th centuries. He served as the Lord Mayor of London in 1605 and played a significant role in the city's governance during that time.

Another prominent figure with the surname Gallow was Sir William Gallow, a military officer who served in the English Civil War during the 17th century. He fought for the Parliamentarian forces and was known for his bravery and leadership on the battlefield.

In the 18th century, the surname Gallow was associated with several notable individuals, including Robert Gallow, a renowned artist and sculptor who created various works of art for churches and public buildings in London and other parts of England.

During the 19th century, the name Gallow continued to be present in various records and documents, with individuals bearing this surname making contributions in various fields, such as literature, science, and politics.

One notable figure from this period was Emily Gallow, a pioneering female writer and activist who advocated for women's rights and social reforms. She published several influential works that brought attention to the struggles and challenges faced by women during that era.

Throughout its history, the surname Gallow has been found in various regions of England, including Yorkshire, Gloucestershire, Worcestershire, and London, among others. While the name's origins are rooted in Old English, it has evolved and adapted over time, with variations in spelling and pronunciation occurring across different regions and time periods.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Gallow

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

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

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