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

Neild, 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 Neild surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Neild in America

Neild is the 60790th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Neild surname appeared 331 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 Neild.

We can also compare 2010 data for Neild 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 Neild

The surname Neild originates from England and has its roots dating back to the medieval era. It is thought to have derived from the Old English word 'neohide,' meaning 'new hide,' which referred to a parcel of land granted to a landowner or tenant. This name is believed to have emerged as a toponymic surname, indicating that the earliest bearers lived near a newly cultivated area or resided on a newly acquired hide of land.

The name Neild has been found in various historical records and manuscripts throughout the centuries. One notable early reference is in the Domesday Book of 1086, where the surname appears as 'Neuhyde.' This comprehensive survey of landowners and tenants in England, commissioned by William the Conqueror, provides insights into the geographical distribution of the name during the Norman period.

In the 13th century, records show several variants of the name, including 'Newyde,' 'Neuide,' and 'Newhide.' These variations reflect the evolution of spelling and pronunciation over time. Additionally, the name has been associated with various place names, such as Newydd in Wales, which may have influenced its development in certain regions.

Among the earliest recorded individuals bearing the surname Neild are John Neild, born in Rochdale, Lancashire, in 1520, and William Neild, a merchant from Chester, who lived in the late 16th century. In the 17th century, notable individuals include Reverend William Neild (1617-1679), an English clergyman and author from Cheshire, and Samuel Neild (1633-1707), a wealthy merchant and philanthropist from London.

During the 18th and 19th centuries, several prominent figures carried the Neild surname. John Camden Neild (1780-1852) was a British politician and reformer who advocated for the abolition of slavery and the improvement of prison conditions. Another notable figure was James Neild (1744-1814), a English prison reformer and philanthropist, who campaigned for better treatment of prisoners and improved prison conditions across Europe.

Other historical figures with the Neild surname include William Neild (1804-1876), a British architect and surveyor who designed several notable buildings in Manchester, and Alfred Neild (1846-1919), a British politician and businessman who served as a Member of Parliament for Hulme.

These individuals and their contributions across various fields, from religion and politics to architecture and philanthropy, highlight the diverse backgrounds and accomplishments associated with the Neild surname throughout history.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Neild

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

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

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