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

Jefcoat, 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 Jefcoat surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Jefcoat in America

Jefcoat is the 38050th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Jefcoat surname appeared 583 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 Jefcoat.

We can also compare 2010 data for Jefcoat 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 Jefcoat

The surname Jefcoat has its origins in England, dating back to the late medieval period. It is derived from the Old English personal name "Geoffa" or "Jeffa," combined with the word "cot," meaning a small dwelling or cottage. This suggests that the name was originally used to refer to someone who lived in a cottage owned by or associated with a person named Geoffa or Jeffa.

The earliest recorded instances of the name can be found in various historical documents from the 13th and 14th centuries, such as the Subsidy Rolls of Worcestershire from 1275, where it appears as "Jefcote." Similar spellings like "Jeffcott" and "Jefcot" were also common in various regions of England during this time.

One notable early bearer of the name was Richard Jefcoat, a landowner in the village of Wootton, Oxfordshire, mentioned in the Court Rolls of 1327. Another record from the Pipe Rolls of Gloucestershire in 1379 references a John Jefcote, who was likely a taxpayer or landowner in the county.

During the 16th and 17th centuries, the name Jefcoat began to spread to other parts of England, particularly in the counties of Gloucestershire, Oxfordshire, and Worcestershire. Several Jefcoats are mentioned in parish records and manorial documents from this period, indicating their involvement in various occupations, such as farming and trade.

One prominent individual bearing the name was Sir Thomas Jefcoat (1581-1643), a wealthy merchant and alderman in the City of London. He served as the Lord Mayor of London in 1638 and was known for his philanthropic efforts, including the establishment of a free school in his hometown of Stratford-upon-Avon.

Another notable figure was John Jefcoat (1633-1701), a Puritan minister and author who served as the rector of St. Giles-in-the-Fields in London. He published several religious works and was known for his eloquent preaching.

In the 18th and 19th centuries, the Jefcoat surname continued to be found in various parts of England, particularly in the Midlands and the South. Several Jefcoats were involved in various professions, including farming, trade, and industry.

One interesting individual from this period was William Jefcoat (1773-1847), a renowned landscape gardener and horticulturist. He was responsible for designing and creating several notable gardens and public parks in England, including the Regent's Park in London.

Another notable bearer of the name was Elizabeth Jefcoat (1811-1887), a pioneering educator and advocate for women's rights. She founded one of the first schools for girls in England and was actively involved in the early women's suffrage movement.

The Jefcoat surname has been carried by individuals from various walks of life throughout history, and its origins can be traced back to the medieval period in England. While the name may have evolved in spelling over time, its roots remain firmly embedded in the Old English language and the rich tapestry of English history.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Jefcoat

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

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

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