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

Odums, 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 Odums surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Odums in America

Odums is the 47186th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Odums surname appeared 450 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 Odums.

We can also compare 2010 data for Odums 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 Odums

The surname ODUMS is of English origin and can be traced back to the 13th century. It is believed to have derived from the Old English word "odum," which means "wealth" or "riches." This suggests that the name may have been initially given as a descriptive nickname to someone who was wealthy or prosperous.

The earliest recorded mention of the surname ODUMS can be found in the Subsidy Rolls of Worcestershire from 1275, where a person named Robert Odums is listed. This indicates that the name was already established in the West Midlands region of England during that time.

In the 14th century, various spellings of the name appeared in medieval records, such as Odoms, Odum, and Odome. These variations reflect the inconsistent spelling practices of the time and the regional dialects in which the name was pronounced.

One notable historical figure bearing the surname ODUMS was Sir John Odums, a Member of Parliament for the borough of Warwick in the late 16th century. He was born in 1548 and served in the English House of Commons during the reign of Queen Elizabeth I.

Another early bearer of the name was William Odums, a merchant and landowner from Stratford-upon-Avon, who lived from 1610 to 1678. He is mentioned in local records as having owned several properties in the area.

In the 17th century, the name ODUMS also appeared in various parish registers across England, particularly in counties like Worcestershire, Warwickshire, and Gloucestershire, suggesting the surname's continued presence in the West Midlands region.

A notable figure from the 18th century was Thomas Odums, a renowned clockmaker born in 1725 in Coventry, Warwickshire. He was renowned for his intricate and highly accurate timepieces, which were sought after by wealthy patrons of the time.

In the 19th century, the surname ODUMS spread beyond the West Midlands region as families migrated to other parts of England and even abroad. One such individual was James Odums, a successful businessman and philanthropist born in Birmingham in 1820. He made significant contributions to the city's development and was known for his charitable endeavors.

Throughout its history, the surname ODUMS has been associated with various occupations and social statuses, ranging from merchants and landowners to skilled craftsmen and professionals. While its origins can be traced back to medieval times, the name continues to be carried on by families around the world today.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Odums

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

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

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