2000
#140,756
National surname rank
Recorded bearers 109
First available Census row
Per 100,000 0.04
Very Rare Last name
Hallwood
A locational surname referring to someone who lived near a wooded hall or manor.
According to the 2020 US Census Bureau surname tables, roughly 112 Americans carry the last name Hallwood. That puts it at #156,269 in the national surname ranking, appearing at a frequency of 0.03 per 100,000 people (about 1 in 3,060,307 residents).
This page is the full Name Census profile for the Hallwood surname. You will find the Census Bureau frequency data, a multi-census history view, an ancestry and ethnicity breakdown based on self-reported demographics, the name's meaning and origin where available, and answers to the most common questions people ask about this surname.
For British records, Name Census UK has a British surname profile for Hallwood with 1881 census detail, origin facts and modern UK distribution where available.
Bearers in the US
112
1 in 3,060,307
Census rank
#156,269
2020 decennial data
Per 100,000
0.0
Frequency rate
Recorded bearers
98
very rare in the US
Popularity narrative
The Census Bureau recorded 98 bearers of the surname Hallwood in its 2020 decennial surname file. At a rate of 0.03 per 100,000 residents, it holds the 156269th position in the national surname ranking.
Among Census respondents with the surname Hallwood, the largest self-reported group is White at 86.7%. The next largest groups are Black (5.1%) and American Indian/Alaska Native (4.1%).
Origin
Meaning and origin of Hallwood
The surname Hallwood is of English origin, with its roots traced back to the medieval period. It is believed to have originated in the northern counties of England, particularly in the areas around Yorkshire and Lancashire. The name is thought to be derived from the Old English words "halh," meaning a nook or corner of land, and "wudu," which translates to a wood or forest. Hence, Hallwood likely referred to someone who resided near or owned a wooded area in a secluded corner or nook of land.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the surname Hallwood can be found in the Pipe Rolls of Yorkshire, dating back to the 13th century. These rolls were administrative records maintained by the English Exchequer, and they mention individuals bearing the name in connection with land holdings and tax payments.
During the 14th century, variations of the name, such as Hallewod and Halwode, appeared in various historical documents, including the Court Rolls of the Manor of Wakefield in Yorkshire. These records provide insights into the lives and activities of the Hallwood families during that era.
Notably, the surname Hallwood is not found in the renowned Domesday Book, compiled in 1086 for the Norman conquest of England. This suggests that the name likely emerged and gained prominence in the centuries following the Norman invasion.
One of the earliest recorded individuals with the surname Hallwood was John Hallwood, born in 1498 in Wakefield, Yorkshire. He was a prominent landowner and served as a magistrate in the region during the reign of King Henry VIII.
Another notable figure was William Hallwood, born in 1612 in Lancashire. He was a respected scholar and author, known for his writings on theology and philosophy. His works were widely circulated and influenced the intellectual discourse of his time.
In the 18th century, the name Hallwood gained recognition through the achievements of Robert Hallwood (1736-1812), a successful merchant and philanthropist from Yorkshire. He made significant contributions to the development of his local community and was known for his charitable endeavors.
The 19th century saw the rise of Elizabeth Hallwood (1827-1901), a pioneering educator from Lancashire. She founded several schools and was instrumental in promoting education for women during a time when such opportunities were limited.
More recently, in the 20th century, Sir Charles Hallwood (1904-1989) was a prominent British diplomat and statesman. He served as the Ambassador to several countries and played a crucial role in shaping international relations during his tenure.
The surname Hallwood has a rich history deeply rooted in the English countryside, with its origins reflecting the geographical features and settlements of its bearers. While the name may have evolved and spread across different regions over time, its essence remains tied to the wooded nooks and corners that gave it its unique identity.
Demographics
Ancestry and ethnicity for Hallwood
Among Census respondents with the surname Hallwood, the largest self-reported group is White at 86.7%. The next largest groups are Black (5.1%) and American Indian/Alaska Native (4.1%).
The bar chart below shows how Hallwood bearers described their own race and ethnicity on the 2020 Census form. The Census Bureau groups responses into six broad categories: White, Black or African American, Hispanic or Latino, Asian and Pacific Islander, American Indian and Alaska Native, and Two or More Races. When a category has too few respondents for a given surname, the Bureau suppresses the figure to protect individual privacy, which is why some names show fewer than six slices.
Percentages are shown for every Census year so the breakdown stays comparable over time. When the source file also includes raw headcounts, Name Census shows those alongside the percentages in the legend.
Keep in mind that these are self-reported numbers. A person's surname does not determine their race or ethnicity, and the distribution you see here reflects the specific population who happened to carry the Hallwood surname at the time of the 2020 Census, not any inherent property of the name itself.
- White86.7% · 85
- Black or African American5.1% · 5
- American Indian and Alaska Native4.1% · 4
- Hispanic or Latino3.1% · 3
- Asian and Pacific Islander1.0% · 1
Timeline
Historical Census data for Hallwood
Hallwood appears in 3 published Census surname files: 2000, 2010, 2020. The cards below show how the name's rank and bearer count changed across each release.
2010
#153,769
National surname rank
Recorded bearers 106
-3 bearers (-2.8%)
Per 100,000 0.04
Rank movement Down 13,013 places
2020
#156,269
National surname rank
Recorded bearers 98
-8 bearers (-7.5%)
Per 100,000 0.03
Rank movement Down 2,500 places
| Year | Rank | Count | Per 100K | Count change | Rank change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | #140,756 | 109 | 0.04 | First available Census row | First available Census row |
| 2010 | #153,769 | 106 | 0.04 | -3 bearers (-2.8%) | Down 13,013 places |
| 2020 | #156,269 | 98 | 0.03 | -8 bearers (-7.5%) | Down 2,500 places |
For 2020, the Census Bureau published race and Hispanic-origin columns as counts rather than percentages. Name Census converts those counts back into shares so the ancestry section stays comparable with the older surname files.
Year on year
2010 vs 2020 Census
How has the Hallwood surname changed between Census years? The chart shows bearer count side by side, and the table compares rank, count, and frequency.
Census year comparison
20102020
| Metric | 2010 | 2020 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #153,769 | #156,269 | -1.6% |
| Count | 106 | 98 | -7.5% |
| Per 100K | 0.04 | 0.03 | -18.0% |
Between the 2010 and 2020 Census, the number of Hallwood bearers went from 106 to 98 (-7.5% change). The surname moved down 2,500 positions in the national ranking, going from #153,769 to #156,269.
FAQ
Hallwood surname: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. have the surname Hallwood?
Name Census estimates that about 112 living Americans carry the surname Hallwood. Using the current population baseline, that works out to roughly 1 in 3,060,307 residents.
How common is Hallwood?
Hallwood ranks #156,269 in the 2020 Census surname tables and is classified on this site as "Very Rare." The Census recorded the name at a frequency of 0.03 per 100,000 residents, which is about 0 people out of every 100,000.
How many people with this surname were counted in the Census?
The raw 2020 Census file counted 98 people with the surname Hallwood. That is different from the site's living-bearer estimate (112), which projects the surname's present-day count by applying the Census frequency rate to the current U.S. population.
What does 0.03 per 100,000 actually mean?
It is the Census Bureau's normalized frequency measure. A rate of 0.03 per 100,000 means that if you picked a random group of 100,000 U.S. residents, you would expect about 0 of them to have the surname Hallwood.
Has Hallwood become more or less common over time?
Between 2010 and 2020, the surname Hallwood went from 106 recorded bearers to 98. That is a decrease of 8 (-7.5%). In the national ranking it fell from #153,769 to #156,269.
What does the Census say about the background of Hallwood?
Among Census respondents with the surname Hallwood, the largest self-reported group is White at 86.7%. The next largest groups are Black (5.1%) and American Indian/Alaska Native (4.1%). These figures come from the 2020 Census Bureau surname tables, based on how respondents described their own race and ethnicity.
Which group reports this surname most often?
White is the largest self-reported group for the surname Hallwood in the 2020 Census, accounting for 86.7% (85 people in the source table).
What is the full ancestry breakdown?
Hallwood appears across multiple self-reported groups in the Census data. The largest shares in the 2020 file are White (86.7%), Black (5.1%), American Indian/Alaska Native (4.1%). For 2020, the source file also published raw headcounts for each group, which is why this page can show both percentages and counts in the ancestry section.
Is this page using the latest Census data?
Yes. This page is using the latest surname file currently loaded on Name Census, which is 2020. The historical section above also keeps any older Census surname entries we have for Hallwood (2000, 2010, 2020).
Does the Census include every surname?
No. The Census Bureau only publishes surnames that appeared at least 100 times in a given decennial Census. That means very rare surnames are excluded entirely, and a surname can appear in one Census release but disappear from a later one if it falls below the reporting threshold.
Why don't the ancestry percentages always add up to exactly 100%?
There are two main reasons: rounding and suppression. The Census Bureau rounds published values, and it may suppress very small cells to protect privacy. For 2020, the Bureau also published raw group counts rather than direct percentages, so Name Census converts those counts back into shares for comparability across census years.
What does Hallwood mean?
A locational surname referring to someone who lived near a wooded hall or manor. The fuller origin note on this page goes into more detail.
Where does the surname data come from?
All surname statistics on Name Census are drawn from the US Census Bureau's decennial surname frequency tables. These files list every surname that appeared 100 or more times in the 2020 Census, along with a count, a per-100,000 rate, and a self-reported demographic breakdown. You can read the full explanation on our methodology page.
How does Name Census estimate living bearers?
For surnames, Name Census does not age cohorts the way it does for first names. Instead, it takes the Census Bureau's published frequency for Hallwood (0.03 per 100,000) and applies that rate to the current U.S. resident population to estimate how many living Americans have the surname today.
How many Americans have the surname Hallwood?
HowManyOfMe.org, our sister site, answers that with the living-bearer count in one glance.