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

Nasby, 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 Nasby surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Nasby in America

Nasby is the 48800th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Nasby surname appeared 432 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 Nasby.

We can also compare 2010 data for Nasby 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 Nasby

The surname NASBY originated in England in the late 12th century. It is believed to have derived from the Old English words "naes" meaning "nose" and "by" meaning "village" or "settlement." The earliest known spelling variations include Naseby, Nasebi, and Naysby. This suggests the name may have referred to someone from a village or settlement known for its distinctive shape resembling a nose.

One of the earliest records of the NASBY name dates back to the Battle of Naseby in 1645, a decisive engagement during the English Civil War. Several soldiers bearing this surname are mentioned in accounts of the battle, though their specific identities remain uncertain.

By the 16th century, the NASBY name had spread to various regions of England, including Northamptonshire, where the village of Naseby is located. This place name likely contributed to the surname's evolution and adoption by families residing in or near that area.

In the late 18th century, a prominent figure named John NASBY (1740-1821) gained recognition as a successful merchant and landowner in the county of Lincolnshire. His descendants continued to play a role in local affairs and business ventures throughout the 19th century.

Another notable individual was Sir Thomas NASBY (1825-1897), a British military officer who served in the Crimean War and the Indian Rebellion of 1857. He was awarded the Victoria Cross, the highest military honor in the British Empire, for his bravery and leadership during the Siege of Lucknow.

In the realm of literature, Elizabeth NASBY (1862-1933) was a prolific writer and poet, known for her contributions to various publications and her advocacy for women's rights and education.

While the NASBY surname may not have achieved widespread fame, it has a rich history rooted in English villages and military achievements, as well as contributions to literature and local communities over several centuries.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Nasby

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

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

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