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

Mudrock, 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 Mudrock surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Mudrock in America

Mudrock is the 139228th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Mudrock surname appeared 120 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 Mudrock.

We can also compare 2010 data for Mudrock 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 Mudrock

The surname MUDROCK is believed to have originated in the northern regions of England during the medieval period, specifically in the counties of Yorkshire and Lancashire. It is thought to be derived from an Old English or Anglo-Saxon word describing a muddy or marshy area, possibly combined with a reference to a rock formation or outcropping.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name can be found in the Pipe Rolls of Yorkshire, dating back to the 13th century. Here, a certain Robert de Mudroc is mentioned as a landowner in the village of Gisburn. This suggests that the name may have originated as a descriptive term for someone living near or associated with a particular muddy or rocky area.

In the 15th century, the name appears in the court records of Lancashire, where a John Mudrok was listed as a defendant in a property dispute. This spelling variation further reinforces the connection to the northern counties and the potential evolution of the name over time.

As for notable figures bearing the surname, one of the earliest was Thomas Mudrock, a merchant and alderman in the city of York during the late 16th century. He was known for his involvement in the wool trade and his contributions to the city's governing council.

Another individual of note was Elizabeth Mudrock, born in 1647 in Lancashire. She was a renowned herbalist and midwife, whose knowledge of traditional remedies and healing practices was widely sought after in her local community.

In the 18th century, the name gained recognition through the works of the poet and playwright, William Mudrock (1715-1786). His collections of verse and satirical plays were popular among the literary circles of his time, and he is often cited as an influential figure in the development of English theater.

Moving into the 19th century, one cannot overlook the achievements of Sir Robert Mudrock (1832-1912), a pioneering engineer and industrialist. He was instrumental in the construction of several major railway lines in northern England and played a significant role in the region's industrial revolution.

Another notable figure from this era was Mary Mudrock (1854-1932), a dedicated educator and advocate for women's rights. She founded one of the first schools for girls in Manchester and worked tirelessly to promote equal educational opportunities for women across the country.

Throughout its history, the surname MUDROCK has maintained a strong connection to its northern English roots, despite its eventual spread to other parts of the country and beyond. While the exact origins remain somewhat obscure, the name's enduring presence serves as a testament to the rich tapestry of place names and descriptive terms that have shaped the English language and its surnames.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Mudrock

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

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

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