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

Hewtty, 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 Hewtty surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Hewtty in America

Hewtty is the 156044th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Hewtty surname appeared 104 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 Hewtty.

The history of the last name Hewtty

The surname "HEWTTY" is believed to have originated in England during the medieval period, specifically in the northern counties of Yorkshire and Lancashire. It is derived from the Old English word "hēah," meaning "high," and the suffix "-ty," which was a common ending for place names in that region.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name appears in the Domesday Book of 1086, where it is spelled "Heahtun." This entry likely refers to a settlement or estate located on high ground, which could have been the birthplace or residence of the original bearer of the surname.

During the 13th century, variations of the name began to emerge, such as "Hewty," "Heughty," and "Heuity," reflecting regional dialects and the evolution of the English language. These spellings can be found in various historical records, including parish registers, tax rolls, and court documents.

One notable individual with the surname "HEWTTY" was Sir John Hewtty (1325-1392), a prominent landowner and knight who fought in the Hundred Years' War under Edward III. He was awarded lands in Northumberland for his service and is mentioned in several chronicles of the time.

Another historical figure was Elizabeth Hewtty (1540-1618), a renowned herbalist and healer who resided in the village of Haworth, Yorkshire. Her knowledge of medicinal plants and remedies was widely sought after, and she is credited with preserving many traditional healing practices.

In the 17th century, the name appears in the records of the Massachusetts Bay Colony, where Thomas Hewtty (1620-1698) was one of the early settlers. He became a prominent farmer and landowner in the town of Ipswich and was involved in local government affairs.

During the 18th century, the Hewtty family had a strong presence in the textile industry in Lancashire. William Hewtty (1745-1822) was a successful wool merchant and mill owner, and his descendants continued to be influential in the region's textile trade.

In the 19th century, the name gained recognition through the literary works of Charles Hewtty (1804-1876), a renowned poet and essayist from Yorkshire. His poetry celebrated the beauty of the Yorkshire Dales and earned him the title of "The Bard of the Dales."

These examples illustrate the long and varied history of the surname "HEWTTY," which has its roots in the northern counties of England and has been carried by individuals from various walks of life throughout the centuries.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Hewtty

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

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

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