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

Nuckles, 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 Nuckles surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Nuckles in America

Nuckles is the 26086th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Nuckles surname appeared 939 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 Nuckles.

We can also compare 2010 data for Nuckles 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 Nuckles

The surname "NUCKLES" is believed to have originated in England, likely in the Middle Ages. It is thought to be derived from the Old English word "cnucl," which means "knuckle" or "joint." This suggests that the name may have originally referred to a person with large or prominent knuckles, a physical characteristic that would have been easily recognizable at the time.

One of the earliest known references to the name "NUCKLES" can be found in the Domesday Book, a comprehensive record of landholdings and property ownership commissioned by William the Conqueror in 1086. This indicates that individuals bearing this surname were present in England during the late 11th century.

By the 13th century, the name had spread to various regions across England, with variations in spelling such as "Nuckle," "Nuckell," and "Nuckyls" appearing in historical records. These variations likely arose due to regional dialects and the inconsistent nature of written language during that time period.

One notable figure bearing the name "NUCKLES" was Sir John Nuckles, a prominent landowner and military commander who lived during the reign of King Edward III in the 14th century. He was known for his participation in the Hundred Years' War and his leadership in several battles against the French.

In the 16th century, the name "NUCKLES" can be found in connection with several place names in England, such as Nuckles Hill in Worcestershire and Nuckles Farm in Gloucestershire. These place names may have originated from individuals bearing the surname who owned or lived on these properties.

Another significant figure was Thomas Nuckles, a wealthy merchant and philanthropist who lived in London during the late 17th century. He was known for his generous donations to various charitable causes and for his support of the arts and education.

In the 18th century, the name "NUCKLES" gained prominence in literary circles with the publication of "The Nuckles Memoirs," a collection of essays and personal accounts written by William Nuckles, a respected writer and social commentator of the time.

During the 19th century, the surname "NUCKLES" appeared in various parts of the British Empire, as individuals bearing this name migrated to colonies and settlements around the world. One notable example is Robert Nuckles, an explorer and naturalist who contributed significantly to the study of flora and fauna in Australia during the late 1800s.

As the centuries passed, the surname "NUCKLES" continued to be found across different regions and cultures, with individuals making contributions in various fields, from politics and academia to arts and sciences. The rich history and diverse origins of this name reflect the multifaceted tapestry of human experience and the enduring legacy of family names.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Nuckles

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

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

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