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

Hausey, 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 Hausey surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Hausey in America

Hausey is the 152628th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Hausey surname appeared 107 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 Hausey.

We can also compare 2010 data for Hausey 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 Hausey

The surname Hausey originated from the northern regions of England during the medieval period, specifically in areas around the counties of Yorkshire and Northumberland. It is believed to be derived from the Old English words "hau" and "ey," which translates to "ridge by the river."

One of the earliest recorded instances of the Hausey name can be found in the Domesday Book of 1086, where it is listed as "Housay." This historical manuscript, commissioned by William the Conqueror, documented landowners and their properties across England.

In the 13th century, records show a variation of the name, "de Hauseye," appearing in the Yorkshire Assize Rolls of 1219. This spelling suggests a connection to a specific geographical location, likely a settlement or manor bearing a similar name.

During the 14th century, the surname appeared in several historical documents, including the Pipe Rolls of Northumberland in 1345, where a John de Hausey was mentioned as a landowner.

One notable figure bearing the Hausey surname was Sir William Hausey (1460-1532), a respected English knight and landowner from Yorkshire. He served as a member of Parliament and was known for his military service during the Wars of the Roses.

Another prominent individual was Thomas Hausey (1570-1645), a renowned scholar and clergyman who served as the Rector of Wakefield in Yorkshire. He was celebrated for his contributions to religious education and his scholarship in ancient languages.

In the 17th century, the Hausey name was associated with the village of Haughey in Northumberland, as evidenced by records from the Parish Registers of Alwinton, which mention several families with the surname residing in the area.

During the 18th century, a notable figure was Sir Robert Hausey (1710-1782), a successful merchant and landowner from Yorkshire. He was instrumental in establishing trade routes and played a significant role in the economic development of the region.

The 19th century saw the birth of Mary Hausey (1820-1895), a renowned author and poet from Northumberland. Her works, often depicting the rural landscapes and traditions of her homeland, were widely praised and contributed to preserving the cultural heritage of the region.

Throughout its history, the Hausey surname has maintained a strong presence in the northern regions of England, particularly in Yorkshire and Northumberland, where it originated and flourished over the centuries.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Hausey

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

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

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