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

Hamblen, 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 Hamblen surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Hamblen in America

Hamblen is the 13713th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Hamblen surname appeared 2,207 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 Hamblen.

We can also compare 2010 data for Hamblen 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 Hamblen

The surname Hamblen has its roots in England, originating during the medieval period, possibly as early as the 11th century. It is believed to have derived from the Old English words "ham," meaning a homestead or village, and "dun," referring to a hill or elevated land. This suggests that the name may have initially been associated with individuals residing in a hamlet or village situated on a hill.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Hamblen can be found in the Domesday Book of 1086, a comprehensive survey of land ownership and taxation in England commissioned by William the Conqueror. The name is listed as "Hameldene," likely referring to a place name rather than a personal name at that time.

By the 13th century, the surname had evolved into various spellings, such as "Hameldene," "Hameldon," and "Hameldon." These variations reflect the influence of regional dialects and the inconsistent spelling conventions of the era. During this period, the name was primarily concentrated in the counties of Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire, and Gloucestershire.

One notable individual bearing the surname Hamblen was Sir John Hamblen, born in 1535 in Oxfordshire. He served as a Member of Parliament for Woodstock and played a significant role in the political landscape of Elizabethan England. Another prominent figure was Robert Hamblen, born in 1612 in Gloucestershire, who was a renowned scholar and theologian at Oxford University.

In the 17th century, the name was carried across the Atlantic by English settlers to the American colonies. One of the earliest recorded instances of the name in North America was Thomas Hamblen, born in 1620 in Virginia. He became a prominent landowner and established a family lineage that extended throughout the southern states.

Another notable figure was William Hamblen, born in 1690 in Massachusetts. He was a respected merchant and played an active role in the community affairs of Boston. His descendants continued to contribute to the economic and social fabric of New England for generations.

During the 18th and 19th centuries, the surname Hamblen remained prominent in both England and the United States. Individuals bearing this name were involved in various fields, including law, politics, and military service. For example, John Hamblen, born in 1770 in Virginia, served as a captain in the Continental Army during the American Revolutionary War.

Throughout its history, the surname Hamblen has maintained a strong presence, with individuals bearing this name leaving their mark across different eras and regions. While the exact origins of the name may be open to interpretation, its enduring legacy serves as a testament to the rich tapestry of cultural and linguistic influences that have shaped surnames over the centuries.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Hamblen

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

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

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