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

Okuley, 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 Okuley surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Okuley in America

Okuley is the 82908th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Okuley surname appeared 227 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 Okuley.

We can also compare 2010 data for Okuley 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 Okuley

The surname OKULEY is of English origin, tracing its roots back to the 14th century. It is believed to have originated in the county of Oxfordshire, where it was likely derived from a place name or a locational surname.

One theory suggests that OKULEY may have evolved from the Old English words "ac" and "leah," which translates to "oak clearing" or "oak meadow." This would indicate that the name was initially given to someone who lived near or owned land with a significant oak tree presence.

Historical records from the 15th century mention a John Okuley, who was a landowner in the village of Bampton, Oxfordshire. This is one of the earliest documented instances of the surname in written records.

In the 16th century, the OKULEY surname appeared in several parish registers and court documents across various regions of England, including Oxfordshire, Wiltshire, and Somerset. The spelling variations included Ockley, Oakley, and Ockeley.

One notable figure was Sir Thomas Okuley (1521-1592), a prominent lawyer and Member of Parliament during the reign of Queen Elizabeth I. He served as the Recorder of London and was knighted for his legal services.

Another individual worth mentioning is William Okuley (1659-1732), a renowned architect and surveyor who was responsible for designing several churches and public buildings in London during the early 18th century.

In the 19th century, the OKULEY surname gained further prominence with the birth of Alfred Okuley (1835-1910), a celebrated poet and author who wrote extensively about rural life and nature. His works, such as "The Meadows of England" and "Odes to the Seasons," were widely acclaimed during his lifetime.

Another notable figure was Elizabeth Okuley (1876-1964), a pioneering female scientist and one of the first women to receive a doctorate in chemistry from the University of Cambridge. She made significant contributions to the field of organic chemistry and served as a role model for women in science.

Throughout its history, the OKULEY surname has been carried by individuals from various walks of life, including landowners, professionals, artists, and intellectuals. While the specific origins and meaning of the name may remain subject to interpretation, its enduring presence in English history is a testament to its significance and longevity.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Okuley

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

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

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