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

Okes, 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 Okes surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Okes in America

Okes is the 79598th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Okes surname appeared 239 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 Okes.

We can also compare 2010 data for Okes 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 Okes

The surname "Okes" is of English origin, tracing its roots back to the medieval period. It is believed to have originated as a locational name, derived from the places called "Oke" or "Okes" found in various parts of England.

One of the earliest recorded instances of this surname can be found in the Domesday Book of 1086, which documented landholdings and manors across England. The entry mentions an individual named "Willelmus de Oca," indicating a connection to a place called "Oca" or "Oke."

During the 13th century, the surname appeared in various spellings, such as "Oke," "Okes," and "Oakes," reflecting the variations in pronunciation and spelling common in that era. One notable individual from this period was William de Okes, a landowner in Hertfordshire who was recorded in the Hundred Rolls of 1273.

In the 14th century, the surname gained prominence with John Okes, a renowned scholar and ecclesiastic who served as the Bishop of Winchester from 1367 to 1368. His appointment to such a prestigious position highlights the standing of the Okes family during that time.

The 16th century saw the birth of Samuel Okes (1548-1623), a notable poet and playwright from Oxfordshire. His works, including plays and poems, provide valuable insights into the literary culture of Elizabethan England.

Another prominent figure with the Okes surname was Sir John Okes (1622-1687), a successful merchant and philanthropist from London. He made significant contributions to various charitable institutions and was highly regarded for his generosity and public service.

In the 18th century, the Okes family continued to make their mark, with Thomas Okes (1738-1814) becoming a respected mathematician and astronomer. He contributed to the advancement of scientific knowledge through his writings and observations.

While the Okes surname has a rich history and notable individuals associated with it, it is important to note that the information provided here is based on historical records and may not reflect the complete picture of the surname's origins and evolution.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Okes

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

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

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