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

Julkes, 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 Julkes surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Julkes in America

Julkes is the 157234th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Julkes surname appeared 103 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 Julkes.

The history of the last name Julkes

The surname Julkes has its origins in medieval England, emerging in the 14th century. Its roots can be traced back to the Old English word "giolk," which translates to "yolk" or "yellow," suggesting a connection to a person's complexion or occupation.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name is found in the Pipe Rolls of Gloucestershire from 1327, where a Robert Julkes is mentioned. The name also appears in the Subsidy Rolls of Worcestershire in 1380, indicating its presence in the West Midlands region during that period.

Julkes is believed to have derived from the place name "Julk's Green," a small hamlet located in the parish of Bromsgrove, Worcestershire. This place name, originally spelled "Gilkeys Grene," evolved over time, with the initial "G" eventually transforming into "J."

In the 15th century, the name can be found in the Chancery Proceedings from 1459, where a John Julkes is recorded as a plaintiff in a land dispute. This document provides valuable insight into the early use of the surname and its association with landed gentry.

Notably, the Julkes family had a presence in the county of Somerset during the 16th century. Richard Julkes (1535-1603), a prominent landowner and farmer from the village of Curry Rivel, is one of the earliest known members of this lineage.

Another notable figure was William Julkes (1617-1683), a Puritan minister who served as the vicar of Westbury-on-Severn in Gloucestershire. His sermons and writings shed light on the religious and social climate of the time.

As the name spread across England, it underwent various spelling variations, such as Jilkes, Gilkes, and Julks. In the 18th century, the Julkes family had a significant presence in the county of Wiltshire, with John Julkes (1712-1788) being a respected farmer and landowner in the village of Corsham.

In the 19th century, the name gained prominence in the industrial city of Birmingham, where Thomas Julkes (1825-1892) established a successful brass foundry and became a prominent figure in the local business community.

Throughout its history, the surname Julkes has been carried by individuals from various walks of life, including farmers, clergymen, industrialists, and scholars, contributing to the rich tapestry of English heritage.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Julkes

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

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 Julkes 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.

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

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