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

Henix, 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 Henix surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Henix in America

Henix is the 148347th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Henix surname appeared 111 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 Henix.

The history of the last name Henix

The surname HENIX is believed to have originated in England, with the earliest records dating back to the 13th century. It is thought to be derived from the Old English word "henn," meaning a chicken or hen, combined with the suffix "-ix" or "-icks," which was often used to denote a place or location. This suggests that the name may have been given to someone who lived near a place where chickens were raised or kept.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the surname HENIX can be found in the Hundred Rolls of 1273, where a man named William Hennix is mentioned as a landholder in the county of Gloucestershire. This suggests that the name was already well-established in the region by the late 13th century.

In the 14th century, the HENIX surname appeared in various manorial records and tax rolls across England, particularly in the counties of Somerset, Wiltshire, and Dorset. This indicates that the name had spread to different parts of the country by this time.

The Domesday Book, a great survey of England completed in 1086, does not contain any direct references to the HENIX surname. However, it does mention several place names that may have influenced the formation of the name, such as "Henefeld" (Henfield) in Sussex and "Henewic" (Henwick) in Worcestershire.

One notable individual with the HENIX surname was Sir John Henix (c. 1490-1556), a prominent landowner and member of the gentry in Somersetshire. He served as a Justice of the Peace and was known for his involvement in local politics and administration.

Another individual of historical significance was Thomas HENIX (c. 1520-1591), a clergyman and scholar who served as the Archdeacon of Taunton in Somerset. He was known for his contributions to the study of theology and his writings on ecclesiastical matters.

In the 17th century, the HENIX surname gained prominence in the city of Bristol, where several members of the family were successful merchants and traders. One such individual was Richard HENIX (1628-1694), a wealthy merchant and ship owner who served as a city councilor and played a significant role in the development of Bristol's maritime trade.

The 18th century saw the HENIX surname spread to other parts of England and even into Wales. Notable individuals from this period include Samuel HENIX (1710-1782), a renowned mathematician and astronomer who made significant contributions to the field of celestial mechanics.

Throughout its history, the HENIX surname has been associated with various occupations and professions, including landowners, clergy, merchants, and scholars. While not a particularly common name, it has left its mark on the historical records of England and has a rich legacy dating back several centuries.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Henix

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

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 Henix 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.

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

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