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

Jervey, 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 Jervey surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Jervey in America

Jervey is the 66931st most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Jervey surname appeared 295 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 Jervey.

We can also compare 2010 data for Jervey 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 Jervey

The surname Jervey has its roots in the Anglo-Norman language and is believed to have originated from the French region of Normandy. It is thought to have derived from the Old French personal name "Gervais," which itself is a variant of the Germanic name "Gerveis," meaning "spear ruler."

The earliest known record of the name Jervey can be traced back to the Domesday Book of 1086, where it appears as "Gervais" or "Gerveis." This comprehensive survey of land ownership in England, commissioned by William the Conqueror, provides valuable insights into the surname's origins.

In the 12th century, the name Jervey began to appear in various English records, often with spellings such as "Jerveis," "Jerveis," and "Jerveyce." These variations reflect the influence of regional dialects and the evolving nature of language over time.

One of the earliest recorded individuals with the surname Jervey was Sir John Jervey, a prominent landowner in Gloucestershire, England, who lived during the 13th century. Another notable figure was Thomas Jervey, a merchant from Bristol, England, who was involved in the lucrative wool trade in the late 14th century.

In the 16th century, the Jervey family established themselves in the county of Kent, where they held estates and played an influential role in local affairs. One notable member was William Jervey (1510-1587), who served as a justice of the peace and was involved in various legal and administrative roles.

The surname Jervey also has ties to the region of Normandy in France, where it is believed to have originated. In the 17th century, a branch of the Jervey family settled in the Channel Islands, particularly on the island of Jersey. One prominent figure from this branch was Philip Jervey (1638-1712), a successful merchant and landowner in St. Helier, Jersey.

As the centuries passed, the Jervey name spread to other parts of the world, including the British colonies in North America. One notable American with this surname was Thomas Jervey (1762-1838), a wealthy plantation owner from South Carolina who played a significant role in the state's political and economic affairs during the early years of the United States.

Throughout its long history, the surname Jervey has been associated with various occupations and social standings, from landowners and merchants to professionals and public servants. While its origins can be traced back to the Anglo-Norman era, the name has endured and evolved, reflecting the diverse cultural influences and migrations that have shaped its legacy over the centuries.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Jervey

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

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

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