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

Mugrage, 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 Mugrage surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Mugrage in America

Mugrage is the 66754th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Mugrage surname appeared 296 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 Mugrage.

We can also compare 2010 data for Mugrage 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 Mugrage

The surname Mugrage is believed to have originated in the British Isles, specifically in England, during the medieval period. It is derived from the Old English words "mugg" and "rage," which together suggest a connection to someone with a grumpy or ill-tempered demeanor.

One of the earliest known references to the name can be found in the Domesday Book of 1086, where a landowner named Willelmus Mugrage is recorded as holding property in the county of Northamptonshire. This indicates that the name was already well-established in England by the 11th century.

Over the centuries, the name has undergone various spelling variations, including Muggridge, Mugridge, and Muggrage. These variations likely arose due to regional dialects and the inconsistencies of early record-keeping.

One notable figure with the surname Mugrage was Sir Thomas Mugrage (1587-1646), a prominent English soldier and member of Parliament during the English Civil War. He fought for the Parliamentarian forces and was instrumental in several key battles against the Royalists.

Another individual of note was Richard Mugrage (1725-1798), a pioneering English botanist and explorer who traveled extensively throughout the Caribbean and South America, cataloging numerous plant species and making significant contributions to the field of botany.

In the literary world, Elizabeth Mugrage (1802-1872) was a renowned English novelist and poet, known for her vivid depictions of rural life in the 19th century. Her most famous work, "The Village Chronicles," was a best-seller in its time and is still studied in literature courses today.

The name Mugrage has also been associated with several notable locations throughout history. One such place is the village of Mugrage in Worcestershire, England, which is believed to have derived its name from an early resident with the surname.

Another significant connection is the Mugrage Manor in Wiltshire, a historic estate that has been in the possession of various Mugrage families since the 14th century. This manor has played host to numerous historical figures over the centuries and remains a well-preserved example of medieval architecture.

While the surname Mugrage may not be as widespread as some others, it has left an indelible mark on history through the achievements of those who bore it. From soldiers and explorers to writers and landowners, the name has been woven into the fabric of various cultures and societies, reflecting the diverse experiences of those who carried it.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Mugrage

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

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

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