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

Markray, 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 Markray surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Markray in America

Markray is the 113155th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Markray surname appeared 155 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 Markray.

We can also compare 2010 data for Markray 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 Markray

The surname MARKRAY is of English origin, and it can be traced back to the 12th century. It is believed to have originated from the Old English words "mearc" meaning "boundary" and "ræd" meaning "counsel" or "advice". This suggests that the name may have been given to someone who provided guidance or advice on matters related to land boundaries or property disputes.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the MARKRAY name can be found in the Pipe Rolls of Gloucestershire from 1189, where a person named Radulfus Marcray is mentioned. This document was a record of financial transactions and accounts kept by the Exchequer of England during the reign of King Richard I.

In the 13th century, a person named William Markray was listed in the Hundred Rolls of Buckinghamshire, which were records of landholders and their estates. This suggests that the MARKRAY family may have been landowners or involved in agricultural activities during that time.

The MARKRAY name also appears in the Calendars of the Patent Rolls from the 14th century, which were records of legal proceedings and royal grants. In 1357, a John Markray was mentioned in relation to a land transaction in the county of Essex.

One notable individual with the MARKRAY surname was Sir Edward Markray (1592-1667), a English politician who served as a Member of Parliament for Hertfordshire in the 17th century. He was a prominent figure during the English Civil War and was known for his support of the Parliamentarian cause.

Another historical figure was James Markray (1731-1803), a Scottish philosopher and economist who wrote extensively on topics such as political economy and moral philosophy. He was a prominent figure in the Scottish Enlightenment and is known for his work "An Inquiry into the Nature and Causes of the Wealth of Nations".

In the 19th century, the MARKRAY name was associated with the town of Markray in Wiltshire, England, which may have been named after an individual or family with the same surname. This place name is likely derived from the Old English words "mearc" and "ræd", further reinforcing the connection between the surname and its potential origins.

Elizabeth Markray (1845-1923) was a British author and poet who wrote several novels and collections of poetry during the Victorian era. Her works often explored themes of love, nature, and the human condition.

William Markray (1876-1954) was a British architect who designed several notable buildings in London, including the Markray Building on Fleet Street, which was named after him. He was known for his innovative use of reinforced concrete and his contributions to the Art Deco architectural style.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Markray

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

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

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