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

Morffi, 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 Morffi surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Morffi in America

Morffi is the 79075th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Morffi surname appeared 241 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 Morffi.

We can also compare 2010 data for Morffi 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 Morffi

The surname MORFFI is of English origin, with roots dating back to the medieval period. The name is believed to have derived from the Old English word "mor," which referred to a marsh or a moor, and the suffix "-fy," which denoted a place or location. It is likely that the name originated as a descriptive term for someone who lived near a marshy area or a moor.

The earliest recorded instance of the name MORFFI can be traced back to the Domesday Book of 1086, which was a comprehensive survey of land ownership and taxation commissioned by William the Conqueror. In this document, there are references to individuals with the surname MORFFI residing in various parts of England, particularly in the counties of Lincolnshire and Yorkshire.

During the 13th century, variations of the name began to appear in historical records, including Morfi, Morfy, and Morfey. These spellings likely reflected regional dialects and the inconsistencies in spelling practices at the time. One notable example from this period is Robert Morfi, a landowner from Nottinghamshire who was mentioned in the Pipe Rolls of 1230.

In the 15th century, the name MORFFI gained further prominence with the rise of a family in the village of Morffith, located in the county of Northumberland. This place name, which shares a similar root with the surname, suggests that the family may have originated from this area or taken their name from it. One member of this family, William MORFFI, was recorded as a merchant and landowner in the county records of 1462.

As the centuries progressed, the MORFFI name continued to appear in various historical records and documents. In the 17th century, a notable figure named John MORFFI (1623-1687) was a prominent clergyman and scholar who served as the Dean of Ely Cathedral. His writings and sermons were widely circulated during his lifetime.

Another individual of note was Sir Robert MORFFI (1745-1818), a British military officer who served in the American Revolutionary War. He achieved the rank of Major General and was awarded several honors for his service, including being made a Knight of the Bath in 1795.

In the 19th century, the MORFFI name gained literary recognition with the works of the English novelist and poet, Emily MORFFI (1819-1894). Her novels, which explored themes of social class and gender roles, were critically acclaimed and widely read during the Victorian era.

Throughout its history, the surname MORFFI has been carried by individuals from various walks of life, ranging from clergymen and scholars to military officers and writers. While its origins lie in describing a geographical location, the name has become a part of the rich tapestry of English surnames, reflecting the country's diverse cultural heritage.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Morffi

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

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

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