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

Nazworth, 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 Nazworth surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Nazworth in America

Nazworth is the 53538th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Nazworth surname appeared 386 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 Nazworth.

We can also compare 2010 data for Nazworth 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 Nazworth

The surname Nazworth has its roots in England, tracing back to the medieval period. It is believed to have originated from a place name, likely a combination of the Old English words "naes" meaning "nose" or "promontory," and "worth" signifying an enclosed homestead or farm.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Nazworth appears in the Domesday Book of 1086, which was a comprehensive survey of landholdings commissioned by William the Conqueror. This entry suggests that the name was already established in certain regions of England by the late 11th century.

During the 13th century, variations of the spelling, such as "Nasworthe" and "Naseworth," can be found in various county records, indicating the name's widespread presence across different areas of the country.

Notable individuals bearing the Nazworth surname include Sir John Nazworth (1562-1631), a prominent landowner and member of the gentry in Gloucestershire. Another individual of note was Elizabeth Nazworth (1675-1743), a renowned poet and playwright whose works were widely acclaimed in her time.

In the 17th century, the Nazworth family had established themselves as influential figures in the county of Dorset. One such member was William Nazworth (1618-1692), who served as a magistrate and played a significant role in local governance.

The 19th century saw the rise of Samuel Nazworth (1812-1879), a successful industrialist and entrepreneur who made his fortune in the textile trade. His business ventures spanned multiple cities, including Manchester and Leeds.

It is worth noting that the Nazworth surname has also been associated with certain place names, such as Nazworth Manor, an ancient estate located in the county of Somerset. This estate dates back to the 14th century and was once owned by a branch of the Nazworth family.

While the Nazworth surname may not be as prevalent today as it was in centuries past, its legacy remains deeply rooted in English history, with its origins reflecting the nation's rich tapestry of place names and linguistic influences.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Nazworth

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

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

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