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

Loveberry, 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 Loveberry surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Loveberry in America

Loveberry is the 110286th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Loveberry surname appeared 160 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 Loveberry.

We can also compare 2010 data for Loveberry 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 Loveberry

The surname LOVEBERRY originates from England and dates back to the late 16th century. It is derived from the Old English words "lufu" meaning love and "berie" meaning berry. The name likely referred to someone who cultivated or sold berries, or perhaps lived near a berry patch.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the LOVEBERRY name appears in the parish records of St. Mary's Church in Warwickshire, England, where a John Loveberry was baptized in 1587. The name can also be found in the court rolls of Lincolnshire from the early 17th century, suggesting the presence of families with this surname in that region.

During the 17th and 18th centuries, variations in spelling were common, and the LOVEBERRY name appears in records as Loveberry, Loveberrie, Loveberie, and Lovebery. These variations likely reflect regional dialects and the inconsistent spelling practices of the time.

A notable figure bearing the LOVEBERRY name was William Loveberry (1618-1693), a successful merchant and landowner from Gloucestershire. His extensive property holdings and business ventures made him a prominent figure in the local community.

Another individual of note was Elizabeth Loveberry (1732-1809), a renowned herbalist and midwife from Yorkshire. Her extensive knowledge of medicinal plants and expertise in childbirth earned her a respected reputation throughout the region.

In the 19th century, the LOVEBERRY name can be found in various parts of England, including the counties of Somerset, Dorset, and Devonshire. One notable individual from this period was Thomas Loveberry (1825-1892), a skilled craftsman and furniture maker whose intricate woodwork pieces were highly sought after.

The LOVEBERRY surname also found its way across the Atlantic, with families bearing this name settling in North America during the colonial era. One such individual was John Loveberry (1710-1783), who emigrated from England to Virginia in the 1730s and became a successful tobacco farmer.

Throughout its history, the LOVEBERRY name has maintained a connection to rural areas and agricultural pursuits, reflecting its origins as a descriptor of those involved in berry cultivation or living in proximity to berry patches.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Loveberry

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

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

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