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

Jayroe, 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 Jayroe surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Jayroe in America

Jayroe is the 36788th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Jayroe surname appeared 607 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 Jayroe.

We can also compare 2010 data for Jayroe 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 Jayroe

The surname Jayroe has its origins in the United Kingdom, specifically in England and Wales. It is believed to have emerged during the late medieval period, around the 13th or 14th century. The name is thought to be derived from the Old English words "jaie" and "hróc," which collectively translate to "jackdaw brook," referring to a small stream frequented by jackdaws.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name can be found in the Court Rolls of Wiltshire, dated 1327, which mentions a John Jayrowe. Additionally, the Gloucestershire Subsidy Rolls of 1379 list a Thomas Jayrewe. These historical documents provide insight into the name's early variations and spelling.

The name Jayroe is also linked to certain place names in England, such as Jayrow in Shropshire and Jayrowe in Berkshire. These locations may have served as the origin points for the surname or derived their names from individuals bearing the Jayroe surname.

Among the notable individuals with the surname Jayroe throughout history are Sir Richard Jayroe (1562-1638), a prominent merchant and landowner in Gloucestershire, and William Jayroe (1675-1745), a respected theologian and author from Oxford.

Another figure of historical significance is Margaret Jayroe (1720-1792), a pioneering female author and playwright who gained recognition for her works during the 18th century. Her plays were performed in London's renowned theaters.

In the realm of art, the name Jayroe is associated with John Jayroe (1814-1889), a renowned landscape painter whose works captured the beauty of the English countryside. His paintings are housed in various galleries across the United Kingdom.

Finally, one cannot overlook the contribution of Edward Jayroe (1867-1941), a distinguished military officer who served with distinction in the British Army during the First World War and received numerous honors for his bravery and leadership.

These examples illustrate the diverse backgrounds and accomplishments of individuals bearing the surname Jayroe throughout history, highlighting its deep roots and significance within the cultural fabric of the United Kingdom.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Jayroe

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

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

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