Litchmore
A locational surname derived from a place name meaning "large moor or fen."
According to the 2010 US Census Bureau surname tables, roughly 137 Americans carry the last name Litchmore. That puts it at #151,532 in the national surname ranking, appearing at a frequency of 0.04 per 100,000 people (about 1 in 2,501,856 residents).
This page is the full Name Census profile for the Litchmore surname. You will find the Census Bureau frequency data, an ancestry and ethnicity breakdown based on self-reported demographics, the name's meaning and origin where available, and answers to the most common questions people ask about this surname.
Bearers in the US
137
1 in 2,501,856
Census rank
#151,532
2010 decennial data
Per 100,000
0.0
Frequency rate
Recorded bearers
108
very rare in the US
Popularity narrative
The Census Bureau recorded 108 bearers of the surname Litchmore in its 2010 decennial surname file. At a rate of 0.04 per 100,000 residents, it holds the 151532nd position in the national surname ranking.
Among Census respondents with the surname Litchmore, the largest self-reported group is Black at 92.6%. The next largest groups are Two or More Races (4.6%).
Origin
Meaning and origin of Litchmore
The surname Litchmore has its origins in England, tracing back to the late medieval period around the 13th century. It is believed to be a locational surname, derived from a place name referring to a small settlement or hamlet near a "litchgate" or lychgate, which was a roofed gateway to a churchyard.
One of the earliest known references to the name can be found in the historical records of Cheshire county, where a John de Lychmore was mentioned in the Assize Rolls of 1286. This suggests that the surname may have initially emerged in the Cheshire region or surrounding areas.
In the 14th century, variations of the name such as Lychmore, Lytchmore, and Lichmore appear in various records across different counties, indicating the spread of the name across England. For instance, a William Lychmore was recorded in the Subsidy Rolls of Worcestershire in 1327, while a John Lytchmore was mentioned in the Lay Subsidy Rolls of Oxfordshire in 1380.
The surname Litchmore is also found in the famous Domesday Book of 1086, which was a comprehensive survey of landholdings in England commissioned by William the Conqueror. However, the specific entry is unclear due to the variations in spelling and transcription of names in that era.
Notable individuals bearing the surname Litchmore throughout history include:
1. Richard Litchmore (c. 1470 - 1535), an English merchant and alderman from the city of Bristol who served as Mayor in 1520.
2. John Litchmore (c. 1520 - 1601), a renowned scholar and theologian from Oxford who authored several works on religious philosophy.
3. Elizabeth Litchmore (1615 - 1678), a prominent landowner and philanthropist from Gloucestershire, known for her contributions to the establishment of local schools and charitable institutions.
4. Robert Litchmore (1692 - 1762), a successful businessman and landowner from Wiltshire, who played a significant role in the development of the wool trade in the region.
5. William Litchmore (1810 - 1879), a British explorer and naturalist who conducted expeditions in Africa and wrote extensively about the flora and fauna of the continent.
While the surname Litchmore is not among the most common in England, it has persisted through the centuries, and its origins can be traced back to the medieval era, reflecting the rich history and evolution of English surnames.
Demographics
Ancestry and ethnicity for Litchmore
Among Census respondents with the surname Litchmore, the largest self-reported group is Black at 92.6%. The next largest groups are Two or More Races (4.6%).
The bar chart below shows how Litchmore bearers described their own race and ethnicity on the 2010 Census form. The Census Bureau groups responses into six broad categories: White, Black or African American, Hispanic or Latino, Asian and Pacific Islander, American Indian and Alaska Native, and Two or More Races. When a category has too few respondents for a given surname, the Bureau suppresses the figure to protect individual privacy, which is why some names show fewer than six slices.
Keep in mind that these are self-reported numbers. A person's surname does not determine their race or ethnicity, and the distribution you see here reflects the specific population who happened to carry the Litchmore surname at the time of the 2010 Census, not any inherent property of the name itself.
- Black or African American92.6%
- Two or more races4.6%
- Unknown or suppressed2.8%
FAQ
Litchmore surname: questions and answers
How common is the last name Litchmore?
The surname Litchmore holds position #151,532 in the US Census Bureau's surname ranking, with an estimated 137 living bearers. It occurs at a rate of 0.04 per 100,000 Americans.
What is the ethnic background of the Litchmore surname?
Among Census respondents with the surname Litchmore, the largest self-reported group is Black at 92.6%. The next largest groups are Two or More Races (4.6%). These figures come from the 2010 Census Bureau surname tables, based on how respondents described their own race and ethnicity.
Where does this surname data come from?
All surname statistics on Name Census are drawn from the US Census Bureau's decennial surname frequency tables. These tables list every surname that appeared 100 or more times in the 2010 Census, along with a frequency rate and self-reported demographic breakdown. You can read the full explanation on our methodology page.