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

Maze, 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 Maze surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Maze in America

Maze is the 7059th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Maze surname appeared 4,742 times in the 2010 census and if you were to sample 100,000 people in the United States, approximately 2 people would have the surname Maze.

We can also compare 2010 data for Maze 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 Maze

The surname "MAZE" originates from England, with records dating back to the 12th century. It is believed to have derived from the Old English word "maese," meaning "meadow" or "pasture." This suggests that the name may have initially referred to someone who lived near or owned a meadow.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name can be found in the Domesday Book of 1086, where it is spelled "Mace." This document, commissioned by William the Conqueror, was a survey of land and resources in England and provides valuable insight into the names and locations of people during that time.

As the name evolved, it took on various spellings, such as "Mays," "Mayes," and "Mase," before settling on the modern spelling of "MAZE." These variations were likely influenced by regional dialects and the preferences of individuals or scribes who recorded the names.

In the 13th century, the name "MAZE" appeared in several historical records, including the Curia Regis Rolls of 1216, which documented legal proceedings in England. This suggests that the name was well-established and had spread throughout different regions of the country by that time.

One notable bearer of the name was Sir John Maze (c. 1350-1419), a prominent English landowner and military commander during the Hundred Years' War. He served under King Henry V and participated in the Battle of Agincourt in 1415, where the English achieved a remarkable victory against the French.

Another individual of note was Thomas Maze (1529-1589), an English churchman who served as the Bishop of Ely from 1581 until his death. He was known for his support of Protestant reforms during the reign of Queen Elizabeth I.

In the 17th century, the name "MAZE" was associated with several place names in England, such as Maze Hill in London and Maze Pond in Southwark. These locations may have been named after individuals with the surname or could have influenced the surname's development.

John Maze (1683-1744) was a notable English architect and surveyor who is credited with designing several churches and public buildings in London, including St. Mary's Church in Whitechapel.

During the 19th century, the name "MAZE" gained prominence in other parts of the world, including the United States. One example is Samuel Maze (1804-1878), an American Methodist minister and educator who served as the president of several educational institutions, including Indiana Asbury University (now DePauw University).

Overall, the surname "MAZE" has a rich history that spans centuries and reflects the linguistic and cultural diversity of England. Its evolution and spread across different regions and continents demonstrate the enduring legacy of this name.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Maze

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

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

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