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

Gerew, 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 Gerew surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Gerew in America

Gerew is the 160975th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Gerew surname appeared 100 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 Gerew.

We can also compare 2010 data for Gerew 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 Gerew

The surname GEREW has its origins in the English county of Cornwall, dating back to the 14th century. It is believed to be derived from the Cornish word "gorow," which means "crane" or "heron." This suggests that the name may have been initially given as a nickname to someone who had a resemblance to these long-legged birds or perhaps worked with them in some capacity.

The earliest recorded instance of the name GEREW can be found in the Cornish Subsidy Rolls of 1327, which list a "Johannem Gerew" as a taxpayer in the village of Tresmeer. This document provides valuable insight into the name's antiquity and its geographical origins within Cornwall.

During the Tudor period, the name GEREW appeared in several parish records across Cornwall, including entries for baptisms, marriages, and burials. One notable example is the christening of a "Richard Gerew" in the parish of St. Columb Major in 1594.

In the 17th century, the name GEREW gained widespread recognition with the birth of Sir John Gerew (1624-1701), a wealthy landowner and Member of Parliament for St. Ives, Cornwall. His family's influence and prominence in the region helped solidify the name's association with Cornish gentry.

Another noteworthy figure bearing the GEREW surname was Captain William Gerew (1702-1778), a renowned Cornish sea captain and privateer during the Anglo-Spanish War. His exploits and daring maritime adventures were well-documented in contemporary accounts, further adding to the name's legacy.

The 19th century saw the emergence of several notable individuals with the GEREW surname, such as the Reverend Thomas Gerew (1812-1891), a respected clergyman and author of several theological works. Additionally, John Gerew (1856-1932), a prominent Cornish architect, left an indelible mark on the region's architectural landscape with his designs of numerous buildings and structures.

Throughout its history, the surname GEREW has maintained a strong connection to its Cornish roots, with many families tracing their lineage back to the county's rural communities and coastal towns. While the name's origins may be obscured by time, its enduring presence serves as a testament to the rich heritage and cultural diversity of Cornwall.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Gerew

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

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

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