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

Kernodle, 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 Kernodle surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Kernodle in America

Kernodle is the 28650th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Kernodle surname appeared 832 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 Kernodle.

We can also compare 2010 data for Kernodle 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 Kernodle

The surname Kernodle is of English origin, with its roots traced back to the medieval era. It is believed to have originated in the county of Devon, where it was likely derived from a place name or a topographical feature.

One theory suggests that the name Kernodle may have its origins in the Old English words "cerne" and "dell," which together mean "the valley or dell near the quern or hand-mill." This would indicate that the earliest bearers of this surname resided in or near a valley where a hand-mill was located.

Another plausible explanation links the name to the Cornish word "kernou," meaning "little hill" or "hillock." In this case, the name could have been given to individuals who lived near a small hill or elevated area.

The earliest known record of the surname Kernodle dates back to the 13th century, when it was spelled as "Kernoddel" or "Kernodel." This variation in spelling was common during the Middle Ages, as standardized spelling conventions had not yet been established.

One notable individual bearing this surname was John Kernodle, who was born in Devon in 1548. He was a prominent landowner and served as a magistrate in his local community.

Another notable figure was Sir Thomas Kernodle (1620-1698), a successful merchant and Member of Parliament during the reign of King Charles II. He played a significant role in the development of trade relationships between England and the American colonies.

In the 18th century, Samuel Kernodle (1725-1799) was a respected clergyman and scholar who authored several theological works and served as the rector of a parish in Gloucestershire.

During the Victorian era, Emily Kernodle (1835-1912) gained recognition as a pioneering educator and advocate for women's rights. She founded one of the first schools for girls in London and campaigned for equal educational opportunities.

In more recent history, the name Kernodle has been associated with notable individuals such as the American poet and academic, George Kernodle (1906-1987), whose works explored themes of rural life and Southern culture.

While the origins of the surname Kernodle can be traced back to medieval England, its bearers have left their mark across various fields and eras, contributing to the rich tapestry of history and culture.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Kernodle

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

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

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