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

Hokes, 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 Hokes surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Hokes in America

Hokes is the 98553rd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Hokes surname appeared 184 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 Hokes.

We can also compare 2010 data for Hokes 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 Hokes

The surname HOKES is of English origin, tracing its roots back to the medieval era around the 13th century. It is believed to have originated from the Old English word "hoc," which referred to a hook-shaped piece of land or a hooked promontory. This name likely emerged as a descriptive identifier for individuals who lived in such areas or near distinctive geographic features with a hooked shape.

Early records of the HOKES surname can be found in various historical documents, including the Hundred Rolls of Cambridgeshire from 1273, which mentions a John de Hoke. The Subsidy Rolls of Worcestershire from 1327 also reference a William de la Hoke, indicating the surname's presence in different regions of England during that time period.

One notable early bearer of the HOKES surname was Sir John Hokes, a prominent English landowner and knight who lived in the late 14th century. He is recorded as having served in the military campaigns of King Edward III and participated in the Hundred Years' War against France.

The HOKES surname has also been linked to various place names in England, such as Hook in Hampshire, Hucknall in Nottinghamshire, and Hucklow in Derbyshire. These locations may have influenced the development of the surname or served as areas where early HOKES families resided.

Another individual of historical significance was William Hokes, a scholar and clergyman who lived in the 16th century. He was born in 1520 and served as the Dean of Worcester Cathedral from 1579 until his death in 1598. Hokes was known for his contributions to theological discourse and his involvement in the religious debates of the Reformation era.

In the realm of literature, the HOKES surname is associated with John Hokes, an English writer and poet from the 17th century. Born in 1625, he authored several works, including a collection of poems titled "The Muses' Recreation" published in 1661.

During the 18th century, the HOKES name was carried by Sir Edward Hokes, a prominent British naval officer who played a significant role in the Seven Years' War. He was born in 1720 and served as a captain in the Royal Navy, participating in several notable naval battles against the French.

The HOKES surname has maintained a presence throughout the centuries, with various individuals leaving their mark in diverse fields, from military service and religion to literature and exploration. While the name may have evolved in spelling or pronunciation over time, its origins can be traced back to the descriptive nature of Old English and the geographic features that influenced its development.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Hokes

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

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

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