2000
#101,157
National surname rank
Recorded bearers 165
First available Census row
Per 100,000 0.06
Very Rare Last name
Mylett
A variant of the surname Myllet, likely referring to someone who worked at a mill.
According to the 2020 US Census Bureau surname tables, roughly 193 Americans carry the last name Mylett. That puts it at #111,467 in the national surname ranking, appearing at a frequency of 0.06 per 100,000 people (about 1 in 1,775,929 residents).
This page is the full Name Census profile for the Mylett surname. You will find the Census Bureau frequency data, a multi-census history view, an ancestry and ethnicity breakdown based on self-reported demographics, the name's meaning and origin where available, and answers to the most common questions people ask about this surname.
For British records, Name Census UK has a British surname profile for Mylett with 1881 census detail, origin facts and modern UK distribution where available.
Bearers in the US
193
1 in 1,775,929
Census rank
#111,467
2020 decennial data
Per 100,000
0.1
Frequency rate
Recorded bearers
168
very rare in the US
Popularity narrative
The Census Bureau recorded 168 bearers of the surname Mylett in its 2020 decennial surname file. At a rate of 0.06 per 100,000 residents, it holds the 111467th position in the national surname ranking.
Among Census respondents with the surname Mylett, the largest self-reported group is White at 93.5%. The next largest groups are Hispanic (6.5%).
Origin
Meaning and origin of Mylett
The surname MYLETT is of English origin, with roots tracing back to the 13th century. It is believed to have originated from the Old English word "mylyt," which referred to a small stream or brook. This name was likely derived from a geographical location near a stream, marking the place of residence for the original bearers of the name.
The earliest recorded instance of the MYLETT surname can be found in the Pipe Rolls of Nottinghamshire from 1273, where it appears as "Mylet." This suggests that the name was initially associated with the Nottinghamshire region of England.
During the medieval period, the name underwent various spelling variations, such as "Milet," "Millett," and "Myllet." These variations reflect the inconsistencies in record-keeping and spelling conventions of the time.
In the 16th century, the MYLETT surname appeared in the Subsidy Rolls of Suffolk in 1524, indicating its spread to other regions of England. Additionally, the name was documented in the Wills and Inventories of Yorkshire in 1583, further solidifying its presence in different parts of the country.
Notably, the MYLETT surname has been linked to several notable individuals throughout history. One such person was John Mylett, a Catholic priest who lived in the 17th century and was known for his dedication to his faith during the turbulent times of the English Reformation.
Another prominent bearer of the MYLETT name was William Mylett, born in 1645 in Worcestershire, England. He was a prominent landowner and played a significant role in the local community during his lifetime.
In the 18th century, the MYLETT surname gained further recognition with the birth of James Mylett (1725-1801), a successful merchant and trader based in London. His business ventures contributed to the growth of the city's commerce during that era.
The 19th century saw the rise of Thomas Mylett (1810-1887), a respected educator and headmaster of a prestigious school in Oxfordshire. His contributions to the field of education left a lasting impact on generations of students.
Lastly, one cannot overlook the achievements of Mary Mylett (1874-1952), a pioneering female activist and suffragette. Her tireless efforts in advocating for women's rights and equality were instrumental in shaping social and political reforms in the early 20th century.
These are just a few notable examples of individuals who have carried the MYLETT surname throughout history, leaving their mark in various fields and contributing to the rich tapestry of the name's legacy.
Demographics
Ancestry and ethnicity for Mylett
Among Census respondents with the surname Mylett, the largest self-reported group is White at 93.5%. The next largest groups are Hispanic (6.5%).
The bar chart below shows how Mylett bearers described their own race and ethnicity on the 2020 Census form. The Census Bureau groups responses into six broad categories: White, Black or African American, Hispanic or Latino, Asian and Pacific Islander, American Indian and Alaska Native, and Two or More Races. When a category has too few respondents for a given surname, the Bureau suppresses the figure to protect individual privacy, which is why some names show fewer than six slices.
Percentages are shown for every Census year so the breakdown stays comparable over time. When the source file also includes raw headcounts, Name Census shows those alongside the percentages in the legend.
Keep in mind that these are self-reported numbers. A person's surname does not determine their race or ethnicity, and the distribution you see here reflects the specific population who happened to carry the Mylett surname at the time of the 2020 Census, not any inherent property of the name itself.
- White93.5% · 157
- Hispanic or Latino6.5% · 11
Timeline
Historical Census data for Mylett
Mylett appears in 3 published Census surname files: 2000, 2010, 2020. The cards below show how the name's rank and bearer count changed across each release.
2010
#108,199
National surname rank
Recorded bearers 164
-1 bearers (-0.6%)
Per 100,000 0.06
Rank movement Down 7,042 places
2020
#111,467
National surname rank
Recorded bearers 168
+4 bearers (+2.4%)
Per 100,000 0.06
Rank movement Down 3,268 places
| Year | Rank | Count | Per 100K | Count change | Rank change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | #101,157 | 165 | 0.06 | First available Census row | First available Census row |
| 2010 | #108,199 | 164 | 0.06 | -1 bearers (-0.6%) | Down 7,042 places |
| 2020 | #111,467 | 168 | 0.06 | +4 bearers (+2.4%) | Down 3,268 places |
For 2020, the Census Bureau published race and Hispanic-origin columns as counts rather than percentages. Name Census converts those counts back into shares so the ancestry section stays comparable with the older surname files.
Year on year
2010 vs 2020 Census
How has the Mylett surname changed between Census years? The chart shows bearer count side by side, and the table compares rank, count, and frequency.
Census year comparison
20102020
| Metric | 2010 | 2020 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #108,199 | #111,467 | -3.0% |
| Count | 164 | 168 | 2.4% |
| Per 100K | 0.06 | 0.06 | -6.3% |
Between the 2010 and 2020 Census, the number of Mylett bearers went from 164 to 168 (+2.4% change). The surname moved down 3,268 positions in the national ranking, going from #108,199 to #111,467.
FAQ
Mylett surname: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. have the surname Mylett?
Name Census estimates that about 193 living Americans carry the surname Mylett. Using the current population baseline, that works out to roughly 1 in 1,775,929 residents.
How common is Mylett?
Mylett ranks #111,467 in the 2020 Census surname tables and is classified on this site as "Very Rare." The Census recorded the name at a frequency of 0.06 per 100,000 residents, which is about 0 people out of every 100,000.
How many people with this surname were counted in the Census?
The raw 2020 Census file counted 168 people with the surname Mylett. That is different from the site's living-bearer estimate (193), which projects the surname's present-day count by applying the Census frequency rate to the current U.S. population.
What does 0.06 per 100,000 actually mean?
It is the Census Bureau's normalized frequency measure. A rate of 0.06 per 100,000 means that if you picked a random group of 100,000 U.S. residents, you would expect about 0 of them to have the surname Mylett.
Has Mylett become more or less common over time?
Between 2010 and 2020, the surname Mylett went from 164 recorded bearers to 168. That is an increase of 4 (+2.4%). In the national ranking it fell from #108,199 to #111,467.
What does the Census say about the background of Mylett?
Among Census respondents with the surname Mylett, the largest self-reported group is White at 93.5%. The next largest groups are Hispanic (6.5%). These figures come from the 2020 Census Bureau surname tables, based on how respondents described their own race and ethnicity.
Which group reports this surname most often?
White is the largest self-reported group for the surname Mylett in the 2020 Census, accounting for 93.5% (157 people in the source table).
What is the full ancestry breakdown?
Mylett appears across multiple self-reported groups in the Census data. The largest shares in the 2020 file are White (93.5%), Hispanic (6.5%). For 2020, the source file also published raw headcounts for each group, which is why this page can show both percentages and counts in the ancestry section.
Is this page using the latest Census data?
Yes. This page is using the latest surname file currently loaded on Name Census, which is 2020. The historical section above also keeps any older Census surname entries we have for Mylett (2000, 2010, 2020).
Does the Census include every surname?
No. The Census Bureau only publishes surnames that appeared at least 100 times in a given decennial Census. That means very rare surnames are excluded entirely, and a surname can appear in one Census release but disappear from a later one if it falls below the reporting threshold.
Why don't the ancestry percentages always add up to exactly 100%?
There are two main reasons: rounding and suppression. The Census Bureau rounds published values, and it may suppress very small cells to protect privacy. For 2020, the Bureau also published raw group counts rather than direct percentages, so Name Census converts those counts back into shares for comparability across census years.
What does Mylett mean?
A variant of the surname Myllet, likely referring to someone who worked at a mill. The fuller origin note on this page goes into more detail.
Where does the surname data come from?
All surname statistics on Name Census are drawn from the US Census Bureau's decennial surname frequency tables. These files list every surname that appeared 100 or more times in the 2020 Census, along with a count, a per-100,000 rate, and a self-reported demographic breakdown. You can read the full explanation on our methodology page.
How does Name Census estimate living bearers?
For surnames, Name Census does not age cohorts the way it does for first names. Instead, it takes the Census Bureau's published frequency for Mylett (0.06 per 100,000) and applies that rate to the current U.S. resident population to estimate how many living Americans have the surname today.
How many people are called Mylett?
Find out how many people have the surname Mylett on our sister site HowManyOfMe.org — a quick modern estimate with the living-bearer count front and centre.