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

Parrick, 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 Parrick surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Parrick in America

Parrick is the 67318th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Parrick surname appeared 293 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 Parrick.

We can also compare 2010 data for Parrick 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 Parrick

The surname Parrick is believed to have originated in England, specifically in the county of Lancashire, during the late medieval period. It is thought to be derived from the Old English words "parrock" or "parrok," which referred to a small enclosed area or enclosure, often used for grazing animals or gardening.

One of the earliest recorded mentions of the surname Parrick can be found in the Lancashire Pipe Rolls of 1246, where a certain Adam de Parrok is listed. This suggests that the name was already well-established in the region by the 13th century, possibly even earlier.

During the 14th and 15th centuries, variations in spelling were common, and the name appeared in various forms, such as Parrok, Parrock, Parricke, and Parricke. These variations reflect the local dialects and the inconsistencies in record-keeping at the time.

The Parrick surname is closely associated with several place names in Lancashire, particularly the townships of Parbold and Parrock, both of which have derived their names from the same Old English roots as the surname itself. This further reinforces the strong connection between the Parrick family and the Lancashire region.

One notable figure bearing the Parrick surname was John Parrick (c. 1550-1620), a renowned English clergyman who served as the Bishop of Rochester from 1608 until his death. He was a respected scholar and author, known for his work "The Grounds of Obedience and Government."

Another prominent individual was William Parrick (1701-1777), a successful merchant and landowner from Lancashire. He amassed a considerable fortune through his business ventures and acquired several estates in the region, cementing the family's status as part of the local gentry.

In the 19th century, James Parrick (1823-1891) gained recognition as a skilled architect, responsible for designing several notable buildings in Lancashire, including churches, schools, and private residences. His work showcased the influence of the Gothic Revival style popular during that era.

One cannot discuss the Parrick surname without mentioning Elizabeth Parrick (1878-1962), a pioneering educator and suffragette. She dedicated her life to advocating for women's rights and played a crucial role in the fight for equal educational opportunities for girls in the early 20th century.

Lastly, Robert Parrick (1912-1993) was a respected historian and author, renowned for his extensive research and publications on the history of Lancashire and its families. His work contributed significantly to the preservation and understanding of the region's rich heritage.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Parrick

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

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

If you have a correction or suggestion to improve the history of Parrick, please contact us.

Reference this page

We spend a lot of resources downloading, cleaning, merging, and formatting the data that is shown on the site.

If you found the data or information on this page useful in your research, please use the tool below to properly cite or reference Name Census as the source. We appreciate your support!