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

Noddin, 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 Noddin surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Noddin in America

Noddin is the 97210th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Noddin surname appeared 187 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 Noddin.

We can also compare 2010 data for Noddin 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 Noddin

The surname Noddin has its origins in England, tracing back to the medieval period. It is believed to be derived from the Old English word "nodde," which referred to a rounded hilltop or a knoll. This suggests that the name was initially given as a nickname or descriptive name to someone who lived near or on a prominent hillock.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Noddin can be found in the Pipe Rolls of Lincolnshire, dated 1195, where a certain Robert Noddin is mentioned. The Pipe Rolls were a series of financial records maintained by the English Exchequer, providing insight into the names of landowners and taxpayers during that era.

In the 13th century, the name appears in various forms, such as Nodyn, Noddyn, and Nodinge, reflecting the variations in spelling common at the time. These variations can be found in records like the Hundred Rolls of 1273, which documented landholdings and taxation details across England.

The Noddin surname is also associated with certain place names, such as Nodding, a small hamlet located in the county of Shropshire. It is possible that the name originated from this location, with early bearers adopting the place name as their surname.

One notable historical figure bearing the Noddin surname was Sir John Noddin (1522-1591), a prominent English landowner and Member of Parliament during the reign of Queen Elizabeth I. He served as the High Sheriff of Shropshire and was known for his involvement in local affairs and administration.

Another individual of historical significance was Richard Noddin (1640-1718), a Puritan minister and author from Massachusetts Bay Colony. He is best known for his work "A Spiritual Diary and Soliloquies," which provided insights into the religious and spiritual life of early New England settlers.

In the 18th century, the Noddin family was well-established in various parts of England, with records showing individuals bearing this surname in counties like Gloucestershire, Somerset, and Surrey. One such person was William Noddin (1725-1801), a successful merchant and landowner from Bristol, who played a role in the city's thriving trade and commerce during that period.

Moving into the 19th century, we find Robert Noddin (1817-1892), a renowned architect from Yorkshire, who designed numerous churches and public buildings in the Gothic Revival style. His works can still be admired in various cities across Northern England.

Another notable figure was Elizabeth Noddin (1856-1932), a pioneering educator and advocate for women's rights in the United States. She founded the Noddin Home School for Girls in Massachusetts, which aimed to provide quality education and opportunities for young women at a time when such opportunities were limited.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Noddin

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

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

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