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

Ivener, 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 Ivener surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Ivener in America

Ivener is the 148347th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Ivener surname appeared 111 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 Ivener.

We can also compare 2010 data for Ivener 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 Ivener

The surname IVENER has its origins in England, dating back to the 13th century. It is believed to have derived from the Old English word "iven," which means "ivy," suggesting that the name may have been initially used as a descriptive surname for someone who lived near an ivy-covered dwelling or a place known for its abundance of ivy.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the IVENER surname can be found in the Hundred Rolls of Oxfordshire from 1273, where a Thomas Ivener is listed. This document provides valuable insights into the prevalence and distribution of surnames during that era.

The IVENER surname has also been documented in various historical records, such as the Feet of Fines for Essex from 1314, where a John Ivener is mentioned. These legal records often contain valuable information about land transactions, property ownership, and the lives of individuals from that time period.

In the 15th century, the surname appears to have been concentrated in the counties of Oxfordshire and Essex, as evidenced by records from the time. One notable figure bearing the IVENER surname was William Ivener, who was born in Oxfordshire in 1435 and served as a respected merchant and landowner in the region.

As the centuries progressed, the IVENER surname spread to other parts of England, and various spelling variations emerged, such as Ivener, Iviner, and Iviner. One notable individual was Robert Ivener, born in 1567 in Suffolk, who was a renowned scholar and author of several works on philosophy and theology.

Another significant figure was Elizabeth Ivener, born in 1621 in Gloucestershire, who played a crucial role in the English Civil War as a supporter of the Parliamentarian cause. Her bravery and dedication to the cause earned her recognition and respect among her contemporaries.

In the 18th century, the IVENER surname gained prominence with the birth of John Ivener (1712-1789) in Wiltshire. He was a successful merchant and philanthropist who contributed significantly to the development of his local community through various charitable endeavors.

The IVENER surname has continued to be represented throughout history, with individuals from various walks of life bearing this name. While the name may have evolved and been subject to spelling variations over time, its origins can be traced back to the early Middle Ages in England.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Ivener

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

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

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