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

Newborn, 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 Newborn surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Newborn in America

Newborn is the 16560th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Newborn surname appeared 1,733 times in the 2010 census and if you were to sample 100,000 people in the United States, approximately 1 people would have the surname Newborn.

We can also compare 2010 data for Newborn 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 Newborn

The surname NEWBORN is of English origin and dates back to the late 14th century. It is a descriptive surname that was originally given to a child who was recently born or a newborn baby. The name is derived from the Old English words "niwe" meaning new and "boren" meaning born or carried.

In medieval England, it was common for children to be given surnames based on their physical characteristics, occupation, or other distinguishing features. The surname NEWBORN likely arose as a way to identify a particular family's newborn child, perhaps to differentiate them from older siblings or other family members.

One of the earliest recorded references to the surname NEWBORN can be found in the Yorkshire Poll Tax Returns of 1379, which lists a "Johannes Newborn" living in the village of Ecclesfield. This suggests that the name was already in use by the late 14th century in the northern county of Yorkshire.

Another early record of the name comes from the Register of the Freemen of the City of York in 1476, which includes an entry for a "Thomas Newborn." This indicates that the surname had spread to urban areas and was being used by tradesmen and craftsmen in the city.

Over the centuries, the surname NEWBORN has been spelled in various ways, including Newborne, Newburne, and Newburn. These variations likely arose due to regional dialects and the inconsistent spelling practices of the time.

One notable individual with the surname NEWBORN was Sir John Newborn (1520-1589), a wealthy merchant and alderman in the City of London during the reign of Queen Elizabeth I. He served as the Lord Mayor of London in 1568 and was knighted for his service to the crown.

Another prominent figure was Isaac Newborn (1630-1695), an English clergyman and author who wrote several theological works, including "A Discourse on the Nature and Design of the Lord's Supper" and "A Treatise on the Immortality of the Soul."

In the 18th century, William Newborn (1725-1798) was a renowned architect who designed several churches and public buildings in London, including the Church of St. Mary's in Marylebone and the Newborn Almshouses in Shoreditch.

Mary Newborn (1790-1865) was a notable philanthropist and social reformer in the early 19th century. She founded several charitable organizations aimed at improving the living conditions of the poor and advocating for women's rights.

Finally, John Newborn (1850-1923) was a prominent businessman and industrialist who played a significant role in the development of the coal mining industry in the north of England. He was also a member of parliament and served as the Mayor of Newcastle upon Tyne.

These are just a few examples of individuals with the surname NEWBORN who have made significant contributions to various fields throughout history. While the name may have originated as a descriptive term for a newborn child, it has evolved into a respected and well-established surname with a rich history and legacy.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Newborn

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

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

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