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

Modkins, 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 Modkins surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Modkins in America

Modkins is the 150452nd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Modkins surname appeared 109 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 Modkins.

The history of the last name Modkins

The surname Modkins has its origins in the northern counties of England, dating back to the late 16th century. It is believed to be derived from a combination of the Old English words "mod" meaning "mind" or "spirit," and "kin," referring to family or kinship. This suggests that the name may have originally been given to someone with a strong-willed or determined nature.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Modkins can be found in the parish records of St. Mary's Church in Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire, where a John Modkins was christened in 1592. Another early reference is found in the Hearth Tax Rolls of 1674, which list a Thomas Modkins as a resident of the village of Wolstanton, near Newcastle-under-Lyme.

In the 17th and 18th centuries, variations of the name such as Modkin, Modkyn, and Modkings were also documented in various records across the northern counties of Cheshire, Lancashire, and Yorkshire. These alternative spellings likely reflect the regional dialects and phonetic adaptations of the name over time.

Notably, a Richard Modkins (1675-1742) was a prominent figure in the town of Congleton, Cheshire, where he served as a councilman and alderman. His descendants continued to reside in the area for several generations, contributing to the local community.

Another individual of note was William Modkins (1789-1864), a skilled stonemason from Rochdale, Lancashire, who was involved in the construction of several notable buildings in the region, including the Rochdale Town Hall.

In the 19th century, the Modkins family expanded their presence across northern England, with members residing in cities such as Liverpool, Manchester, and Leeds. One notable figure from this era was Elizabeth Modkins (1821-1892), a pioneering educator who established one of the first girls' schools in Liverpool.

As the industrial revolution took hold, several Modkins families migrated to other parts of the United Kingdom and beyond, seeking employment opportunities in emerging industries. This diaspora helped to further spread the name across various regions and continents.

Despite its relatively modest origins, the surname Modkins has persisted through the centuries, leaving a trail of historical references and notable individuals who have contributed to the rich tapestry of their respective communities.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Modkins

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

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 Modkins 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.

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

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