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

Lickliter, 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 Lickliter surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Lickliter in America

Lickliter is the 49087th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Lickliter surname appeared 429 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 Lickliter.

We can also compare 2010 data for Lickliter 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 Lickliter

The surname Lickliter is believed to have originated in England, with its roots dating back to the 13th century. It is thought to be derived from the Old English term "liccian," which means "to lick," and "liter," meaning "a vat or vessel." This suggests that the name may have been initially associated with a trade or occupation involving the handling of liquids or containers.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name can be found in the Subsidy Rolls of Worcestershire from the year 1327, where a certain John Lykylyter is mentioned. This provides evidence of the name's existence during the medieval period and hints at its potential geographical origins within the county of Worcestershire.

In the 16th century, the surname appears in various historical records, such as the Feet of Fines for Essex from 1548, which references a Thomas Lickliter. This document suggests the spread of the name beyond its initial roots and into other regions of England.

A notable figure bearing the Lickliter surname was William Lickliter, born in 1624 in Gloucestershire. He was a prominent merchant and landowner, and his name can be found in several records from the 17th century, including the Gloucestershire Hearth Tax Rolls of 1672.

Another individual of historical significance was John Lickliter, born in 1712 in Oxfordshire. He was a respected scholar and author, known for his works on philosophy and theology. His name appears in various academic publications from the mid-18th century.

During the 19th century, the Lickliter surname gained further recognition with the birth of Mary Lickliter in 1842 in Wiltshire. She became a renowned artist, and her paintings were widely exhibited throughout England during her lifetime.

Tracing the origins of place names can also provide insights into the surname's history. For instance, the village of Lickliter in Dorset, mentioned in the Domesday Book of 1086, may have influenced the development of the surname, as it was a common practice for individuals to adopt surnames derived from the places they lived or originated from.

Throughout its history, the Lickliter surname has been associated with various individuals who have contributed to various fields, including trade, academia, and the arts. While its exact origins remain shrouded in the mists of time, the name's enduring presence serves as a testament to its rich heritage and the stories woven into its evolution.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Lickliter

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

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

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