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

Henslee, 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 Henslee surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Henslee in America

Henslee is the 15201st most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Henslee surname appeared 1,938 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 Henslee.

We can also compare 2010 data for Henslee 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 Henslee

The surname HENSLEE has its roots in medieval England, originating from a locational name derived from a small village or hamlet. It is believed to have originated from the Old English words "henn," meaning chicken or hen, and "leah," meaning a meadow or woodland clearing. This suggests that the original bearers of this surname may have lived near or worked in an area associated with raising chickens or poultry.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name can be traced back to the Domesday Book of 1086, where it appears as "Heneslei," referring to a settlement in Hertfordshire. This entry provides evidence of the name's existence during the Norman conquest of England.

Over the centuries, the name underwent various spelling variations, such as Hensley, Hensleigh, and Henzley, reflecting the regional dialects and the inconsistencies in record-keeping during that period. It is worth noting that some variations of the name may have derived from different root words or locations, further contributing to its diversity.

Historically, notable individuals bearing the HENSLEE surname include Sir Robert Henslee (1580-1652), a prominent English landowner and politician who served as a Member of Parliament during the reign of King Charles I. Another notable figure was William Henslee (1692-1772), a renowned clockmaker from Gloucestershire, whose intricate timepieces were highly regarded in his time.

In the 18th century, John Henslee (1725-1798) was a respected merchant and ship owner from Bristol, known for his extensive trade networks across the Atlantic. His son, Thomas Henslee (1760-1832), followed in his footsteps and became a successful businessman and philanthropist, contributing significantly to the development of his local community.

In more recent times, the HENSLEE surname has been associated with notable individuals such as Elizabeth Henslee (1885-1968), an American educator and activist who played a pivotal role in advancing women's rights and advocating for educational reforms in the early 20th century.

While the HENSLEE surname may not be among the most common surnames today, its rich history and origins can be traced back to the medieval era, reflecting the diverse cultural and linguistic influences that have shaped the English language and its naming traditions over the centuries.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Henslee

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

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

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