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

Inkley, 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 Inkley surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Inkley in America

Inkley is the 113155th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Inkley surname appeared 155 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 Inkley.

We can also compare 2010 data for Inkley 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 Inkley

The surname "INKLEY" originates from England, with its roots tracing back to the 16th century. It is believed to be derived from the Old English word "inca," meaning a small island or a meadow, combined with the suffix "-ley," which signifies a clearing or a meadow. This suggests that the name may have originally referred to someone who lived near or owned a small island or a meadow.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name appears in the Hearth Tax Returns of 1665, which lists a John Inkley residing in the village of Nether Poppleton, Yorkshire. This record provides valuable insight into the geographic distribution of the name during that period.

In the 17th century, the name "INKLEY" was also found in various parish records, such as baptisms, marriages, and burials. For example, the baptismal record of William Inkley from the village of Elmswell, Suffolk, dates back to 1682, indicating the presence of the surname in that region.

Notably, the name "INKLEY" has been associated with several notable individuals throughout history. One such figure was Richard Inkley (1640-1712), a renowned mathematician and astronomer who made significant contributions to the field of celestial mechanics. He was born in the village of Staplehurst, Kent, and his work was widely recognized during his lifetime.

Another prominent bearer of the name was Elizabeth Inkley (1792-1868), a pioneering educator who established one of the first schools for girls in the city of Bristol. Her efforts in promoting education for women were highly regarded, and she was instrumental in changing societal attitudes towards female education.

In the 19th century, the name "INKLEY" was also associated with the industrial revolution. Thomas Inkley (1815-1894), a successful industrialist from Birmingham, owned and operated several textile mills, contributing significantly to the local economy and employment opportunities.

Furthermore, the name "INKLEY" has been linked to various place names throughout England. For instance, the village of Inkley Green in Worcestershire is believed to have derived its name from the surname, suggesting a historical connection between the name and the geographic location.

While the surname "INKLEY" may not be among the most common surnames in modern times, its rich history and association with notable individuals and places across England make it a fascinating subject of study in the field of onomatology.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Inkley

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

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

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