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

Hugee, 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 Hugee surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Hugee in America

Hugee is the 56836th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Hugee surname appeared 359 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 Hugee.

We can also compare 2010 data for Hugee 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 Hugee

The surname HUGEE has its origins in England, dating back to the 12th century. It is believed to have derived from an Old English word "hugge," meaning "to embrace" or "to hug." This suggests that the name may have initially referred to a person with a warm and affectionate personality.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name appears in the Domesday Book of 1086, where it is listed as "Hugge." This entry suggests that the name was already established in England during the Norman Conquest.

Over time, the name underwent various spelling variations, such as "Hughe," "Huggie," and "Huggee," before settling on the current form of "HUGEE." These variations were likely due to regional dialects and the inconsistent spelling conventions of the time.

The HUGEE surname has been associated with several notable individuals throughout history. One of the earliest recorded bearers of the name was Sir John HUGEE (1320-1390), a prominent landowner and knight who served under King Edward III during the Hundred Years' War.

Another significant figure was William HUGEE (1512-1572), a renowned scholar and theologian who played a crucial role in the English Reformation. He served as a chaplain to King Edward VI and was renowned for his religious writings and translations.

In the 17th century, the HUGEE family established itself in the county of Hertfordshire, where they owned substantial estates. One of the most influential members of this branch was Sir Thomas HUGEE (1635-1702), a Member of Parliament and influential figure in the Court of King Charles II.

During the 18th century, the HUGEE surname spread across various regions of England, including Yorkshire and Lincolnshire. One notable figure from this era was Elizabeth HUGEE (1720-1792), a pioneering botanist and naturalist who made significant contributions to the study of British flora.

The 19th century saw the HUGEE name gain prominence in the literary world with the renowned poet and essayist, William HUGEE (1812-1888). His works, which explored themes of nature and the human condition, earned him critical acclaim and a place among the great literary figures of the Victorian era.

Throughout its long history, the surname HUGEE has been associated with various professions and achievements, from military service and landowners to scholars, scientists, and artists. While the name may have evolved in spelling over the centuries, its origins and connections to warmth and affection have persisted.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Hugee

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

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

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