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

Morelock, 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 Morelock surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Morelock in America

Morelock is the 12384th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Morelock surname appeared 2,512 times in the 2010 census and if you were to sample 100,000 people in the United States, approximately 1 people would have the surname Morelock.

We can also compare 2010 data for Morelock 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 Morelock

The surname MORELOCK is believed to have originated in England, possibly during the late medieval period or the early modern era. It is thought to be a locational name, derived from a place name that may have been spelled similarly, such as "Morelock" or "Mooreloch." However, the precise origins of the name remain uncertain, and it could potentially have roots in different regions of the country.

The name MORELOCK may have been derived from Old English or Middle English words related to geographical features or topographical descriptions. One possible interpretation is that it combines the elements "mor" or "more," meaning a moor or moorland, with "lock," referring to a lock or enclosure, potentially suggesting a connection to a specific location near a moorland area with an enclosure or boundary.

While there are no definitive historical references to the name MORELOCK in major ancient manuscripts or records like the Domesday Book, some of the earliest recorded instances of the surname date back to the 16th and 17th centuries in various parts of England.

One notable figure bearing the MORELOCK surname was William MORELOCK (c. 1560-1630), a prominent merchant and landowner from Gloucestershire, who was involved in trade with continental Europe and played a role in local affairs during the Elizabethan and Jacobean eras.

Another individual of note was Elizabeth MORELOCK (1672-1745), an English botanist and naturalist from Wiltshire, who made significant contributions to the study of local flora and was recognized for her extensive collection of plant specimens.

In the 18th century, John MORELOCK (1712-1798) was a respected educator and headmaster of a prestigious grammar school in Yorkshire, known for his innovative teaching methods and commitment to the education of underprivileged students.

During the Victorian era, Robert MORELOCK (1825-1892) was a prominent industrialist and entrepreneur from Lancashire, who founded a successful textile manufacturing company and was actively involved in philanthropic efforts in his local community.

Lastly, Mary MORELOCK (1880-1968), born in Oxfordshire, was a pioneering aviator and one of the first women in Britain to obtain a pilot's license. She played a significant role in promoting women's involvement in aviation and served in the Air Transport Auxiliary during World War II.

These are just a few examples of individuals with the MORELOCK surname who have left their mark on various fields throughout history, reflecting the diverse backgrounds and accomplishments associated with this name over the centuries.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Morelock

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

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

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