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

Nerison, 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 Nerison surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Nerison in America

Nerison is the 59171st most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Nerison surname appeared 342 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 Nerison.

We can also compare 2010 data for Nerison 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 Nerison

The surname Nerison has its origins in England, specifically in the northern regions of Yorkshire and Northumberland. It is believed to have emerged in the late 11th or early 12th century, following the Norman Conquest of England in 1066. The name is thought to be derived from an Old Norse personal name, Njörðr, which was originally a pagan god of seafaring and fishing.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Nerison dates back to the 13th century. In the Pipe Rolls of Yorkshire from 1230, there is a reference to a William Nerison, likely a landowner or merchant in the region. This suggests that the name had already established itself in northern England by this time.

In the 14th century, the name appeared in the Court Rolls of the Manor of Wakefield, Yorkshire. These records documented legal proceedings and transactions involving local residents, including a John Nerison in 1348. The prevalence of the name in Yorkshire during this period indicates that the Nerison family had established roots in the area.

As the name spread across England, variations in spelling emerged. In the 16th century, records from Northumberland show the name spelled as Neirson, Neyrison, and Neyreson. These variations likely arose due to regional dialects and the inconsistent nature of written records at the time.

One notable figure with the surname Nerison was Thomas Nerison, born in Yorkshire in 1612. He was a prominent merchant and landowner, and his descendants continued to play a role in the local community for several generations.

Another individual of significance was Elizabeth Nerison, born in Northumberland in 1674. She was a renowned herbalist and midwife, known for her extensive knowledge of traditional remedies and her contributions to the local community's health and well-being.

In the 18th century, the name Nerison appeared in the parish records of St. Mary's Church in Beverley, Yorkshire. Notable entries include the baptisms of John Nerison in 1721 and Mary Nerison in 1735, indicating the continued presence of the family in the region.

As the 19th century dawned, the name Nerison gained recognition beyond its traditional northern roots. One notable figure was William Nerison, born in Lincolnshire in 1813. He was a skilled architect and was responsible for designing several prominent buildings in London, including the Royal Opera House.

Throughout its history, the surname Nerison has maintained a strong presence in northern England, particularly in Yorkshire and Northumberland. While variations in spelling have occurred over time, the name's origins can be traced back to the Old Norse influence in the region, reflecting the rich cultural heritage of these areas.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Nerison

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

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

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