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

Noke, 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 Noke surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Noke in America

Noke is the 117480th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Noke surname appeared 148 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 Noke.

We can also compare 2010 data for Noke 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 Noke

The surname Noke has its origins in England, with records indicating its presence as early as the 13th century. It is believed to have derived from the Old English words "nok" or "noc," which referred to a small corner or nook of land. This suggests that the name may have initially been used to identify individuals who lived or worked on a small parcel of land or a secluded area.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the surname Noke can be found in the Hundredorum Rolls of Oxfordshire, dating back to 1273. The entry mentions a person named William Noke, providing evidence of the name's existence during that period. Other early records, such as the Subsidy Rolls of Worcestershire from 1327, also feature individuals with the surname Noke.

In the 14th century, the surname Noke appeared in various forms, including Nock, Nocke, and Noke. These variations were likely due to regional dialects and the inconsistencies in spelling during that time. The name was particularly prevalent in the counties of Oxfordshire, Worcestershire, and Gloucestershire, indicating its strong regional roots.

Among the notable individuals with the surname Noke throughout history are:

1. John Noke (c. 1550-1592), an English poet and playwright known for his works such as "The Tragedy of Mustapha" and "The Tragedies of Gismond and Tancred."

2. William Noke (1655-1718), a prominent English architect who designed several churches and public buildings in London and the surrounding areas.

3. Elizabeth Noke (1688-1759), an influential Quaker minister and writer from Gloucestershire, known for her advocacy of women's rights and religious tolerance.

4. Richard Noke (1780-1851), a renowned horticulturist and botanist from Oxfordshire, who introduced several new plant species to England and published numerous works on gardening and plant cultivation.

5. Henry Noke (1826-1899), a British soldier and explorer who participated in several expeditions to Africa and wrote extensively about his travels and encounters with indigenous cultures.

While the surname Noke has its roots in England, it has since spread to other parts of the world, likely through migration and immigration. However, its historical significance remains deeply tied to its English origins and the early records that document its presence in various regions of the country.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Noke

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

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

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