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

Hodnett, 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 Hodnett surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Hodnett in America

Hodnett is the 11960th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Hodnett surname appeared 2,613 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 Hodnett.

We can also compare 2010 data for Hodnett 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 Hodnett

The surname Hodnett has its origins in England, dating back to the 12th century. It is derived from the Old English word "hod," meaning a hood or a hooded cloak, which was a common garment worn by peasants and laborers. The name likely referred to an occupation or a distinguishing physical characteristic of an early bearer.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Hodnett can be found in the Pipe Rolls of Lincolnshire from the year 1195, where a William Hodenet is mentioned. Another early reference is in the Hundred Rolls of Oxfordshire from 1273, which lists a Roger Hodenett.

The name Hodnett has several spelling variations throughout history, including Hodnet, Hodenett, Hodenet, and Hoddenott. These variations are often linked to different regions and local dialects within England.

In the 14th century, records show a Robert Hodenett residing in the village of Hodnett, which is now a part of Warwickshire, England. This suggests a possible connection between the surname and the place name, although the exact nature of this relationship is unclear.

Several notable individuals have borne the surname Hodnett throughout history. One of the earliest was Sir John Hodnett (1486-1547), a member of the English gentry and a prominent landowner in Somerset. Another was Edward Hodnett (1628-1692), an English politician who served as a Member of Parliament for Malmesbury.

During the 17th and 18th centuries, the Hodnett family established itself in Ireland, particularly in the counties of Cork and Tipperary. A notable figure from this period was James Hodnett (1745-1818), an Irish politician and landowner who served as a Member of the Irish House of Commons.

In the 19th century, the name Hodnett gained recognition in the United States. One prominent individual was William Hodnett (1815-1892), an American farmer and politician who served as a member of the Texas House of Representatives.

Another notable Hodnett was Thomas Francis Hodnett (1854-1925), an Irish-born prelate who served as the Bishop of Waterford and Lismore in Ireland from 1905 until his death.

While these are just a few examples, the surname Hodnett has a rich and varied history, spanning multiple countries and centuries. Its origins can be traced back to the 12th century in England, and it has since been carried by individuals from diverse backgrounds and professions.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Hodnett

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

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

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