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

Keevil, 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 Keevil surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Keevil in America

Keevil is the 128249th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Keevil surname appeared 133 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 Keevil.

We can also compare 2010 data for Keevil 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 Keevil

The surname KEEVIL has its origins in England, tracing back to the medieval period. It is thought to have derived from the place name Keevil, a village located in Wiltshire, England. The name itself is believed to come from the Old English words "cefn" meaning ridge and "yll" meaning a site or place, suggesting it referred to a location on a ridge.

One of the earliest recorded mentions of the surname KEEVIL can be found in the Domesday Book of 1086, which was a comprehensive survey of landholdings and population in England commissioned by William the Conqueror. The entry refers to a landowner named Radulfus de Cevil, likely an early spelling variation of the surname.

In the 13th century, a man named John de Kyvele was recorded as a resident of the village of Keevil in Wiltshire. This spelling variation provides insight into the evolution of the surname over time.

During the 16th century, a notable individual with the surname KEEVIL was Thomas Keevil, born around 1520 in Wiltshire. He was a prominent figure in the local community and served as a church warden for the parish of Keevil.

In the 17th century, a man named William KEEVIL, born in 1635, was a wealthy landowner and respected member of the gentry in Wiltshire. He owned several estates in the area and was known for his philanthropic efforts.

Another significant figure was Sir John KEEVIL, born in 1712, who served as a member of parliament for the borough of Calne in Wiltshire during the mid-18th century. He played an influential role in local politics and was known for his advocacy of agricultural reforms.

In the 19th century, a notable KEEVIL was Robert KEEVIL, born in 1825, who was a renowned architect responsible for designing several notable buildings in London, including churches and public institutions.

Throughout its history, the surname KEEVIL has been closely tied to the village and surrounding areas of Wiltshire, England, reflecting its geographic origins. The name has been carried by individuals from various walks of life, including landowners, politicians, and professionals, contributing to the rich tapestry of English history and culture.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Keevil

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

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

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