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

Mullock, 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 Mullock surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Mullock in America

Mullock is the 115034th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Mullock surname appeared 152 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 Mullock.

We can also compare 2010 data for Mullock 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 Mullock

The surname Mullock is believed to have originated in England, with its roots dating back to the medieval era. It is derived from the Old English word "mul," meaning "a hill" or "a mound," combined with the suffix "-ock," which denotes a diminutive form. Thus, the name Mullock likely referred to someone who lived near or on a small hill or mound.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Mullock can be found in the Domesday Book of 1086, where it appears as "Muloc" in the county of Somerset. This historical record provides valuable insights into the distribution and prevalence of the name during the Norman conquest of England.

In the 13th century, the name was also documented in various English records, such as the Pipe Rolls of Gloucestershire, where it was spelled as "Mulloc." This variation in spelling was common during that time, as standardized spellings were not yet established.

One notable bearer of the Mullock surname was Sir William Mullock (1472-1554), a prominent English lawyer and judge who served as Chief Justice of the King's Bench during the reign of Henry VIII. Another significant figure was John Mullock (1585-1644), an English clergyman and writer who authored several religious works.

The Mullock surname also found its way to Ireland, where it is believed to have been introduced during the Anglo-Norman invasion in the 12th century. In Ireland, the name was often anglicized to "Mulloch" or "Mullogue."

Another notable bearer of the Mullock name was Sir Thomas Mullock (1618-1692), an Irish lawyer and politician who served as Lord Chief Justice of Ireland. He played a significant role in the turbulent political landscape of 17th-century Ireland.

The name Mullock has also been associated with various place names in England, such as Mullock Hill in Cumbria and Mullock's Copse in Hampshire. These place names further reinforce the connection between the surname and its geographical origins.

Throughout history, the Mullock surname has been carried by individuals from various walks of life, including scholars, clergy, lawyers, and public servants. While the name may not be as widespread as some other surnames, it continues to hold a significant place in the genealogical and historical records of England and Ireland.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Mullock

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

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

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