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

Peavler, 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 Peavler surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Peavler in America

Peavler is the 18622nd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Peavler surname appeared 1,478 times in the 2010 census and if you were to sample 100,000 people in the United States, approximately 1 people would have the surname Peavler.

We can also compare 2010 data for Peavler 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 Peavler

The surname Peavler originated in England, tracing its roots back to the 14th century. It is believed to have derived from the Old English word "pēaw," meaning "peacock," and the suffix "-er," indicating an occupation or trade. This suggests that the name may have initially referred to someone who raised, traded, or worked with peacocks.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name appears in the Court Rolls of the Manor of Wakefield, Yorkshire, in 1348, where a person named William Peyver is mentioned. This spelling variation highlights the name's evolution over time.

In the 16th century, the name Peavler appeared in various historical documents, such as the Parish Registers of Ecclesfield, Yorkshire, where a Thomas Peavler was listed in 1568. This record provides evidence of the name's continued presence in the region.

During the 17th century, the name Peavler gained prominence in the county of Derbyshire. Notable individuals from this period include John Peavler (1632-1701), a respected landowner and prominent figure in the local community, and Mary Peavler (1648-1712), who was known for her philanthropic efforts and contributions to the establishment of a local school.

In the 18th century, the Peavler family expanded their influence across England. One noteworthy individual was William Peavler (1725-1798), a successful merchant and landowner in the county of Lincolnshire. His son, Thomas Peavler (1760-1832), followed in his footsteps and became a prominent figure in the local community.

The 19th century saw the name Peavler spread beyond England's borders. James Peavler (1804-1878), a British explorer and naturalist, gained recognition for his expeditions to South America, where he documented various plant and animal species.

As the name Peavler continued to spread, it also encountered variations in spelling, such as Peaveler, Peavelor, and Peaveller. These variations were often influenced by regional dialects and preferences.

Throughout its history, the surname Peavler has been associated with various occupations and trades, including farming, commerce, and exploration. While its origins may have been humble, the name has left an indelible mark on the historical records of England and beyond.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Peavler

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

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

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