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

Grevious, 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 Grevious surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Grevious in America

Grevious is the 67747th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Grevious surname appeared 291 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 Grevious.

We can also compare 2010 data for Grevious 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 Grevious

The surname Grevious is of English origin, with roots tracing back to the medieval period. One theory suggests that it derives from the Old English word "grevian," meaning "to aggrieve" or "to cause grief." This could indicate that the name was initially applied as a descriptive nickname for someone who was perceived as causing distress or discomfort to others.

Another plausible origin links the name to the Old French word "grevous," which means "heavy" or "burdensome." This theory proposes that the surname may have been bestowed upon an individual known for their physical stature or their ability to bear significant weights or responsibilities. Alternatively, it could have been used to describe someone with a grave or serious demeanor.

The earliest recorded instances of the surname Grevious date back to the 13th century. In 1273, a document from the county of Essex mentions a William Grevious, who held land in the village of Chelmsford. Another early reference comes from the Hundred Rolls of Oxfordshire in 1279, which lists a Robert Grevious as a resident of the village of Bampton.

In the 14th century, the name appears to have spread to various regions of England. The Subsidy Rolls of Worcestershire from 1327 record a John Grevious, while the Lay Subsidy Rolls of Staffordshire in 1332 mention a Thomas Grevious.

One notable figure bearing the Grevious surname was Sir John Grevious (1490-1556), a Member of Parliament for the borough of Wallingford during the reign of King Henry VIII. He played a significant role in the dissolution of the monasteries and was known for his unwavering support of the English Reformation.

Another prominent individual was William Grevious (1632-1698), a renowned architect from Lincolnshire. He was responsible for designing several notable churches and estates, including St. Michael's Church in Stamford and Burghley House near Peterborough.

In the literary world, the name Grevious is associated with Mary Grevious (1720-1795), an English poet and playwright. Her works, though lesser-known today, were well-received during her lifetime, and she was praised for her command of language and witty social commentary.

Moving to the 19th century, we find Samuel Grevious (1817-1892), a successful businessman from Yorkshire who made his fortune in the textile industry. He was a philanthropist and donated generously to various educational and charitable causes in his region.

Lastly, one cannot overlook the exploits of Captain James Grevious (1876-1949), a British naval officer who played a crucial role in the Battle of Jutland during World War I. His bravery and tactical decision-making were instrumental in securing a strategic victory for the Royal Navy in one of the most significant naval battles of the 20th century.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Grevious

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

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

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