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

Peevy, 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 Peevy surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Peevy in America

Peevy is the 32632nd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Peevy surname appeared 704 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 Peevy.

We can also compare 2010 data for Peevy 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 Peevy

The surname Peevy has its origins in England, and it can be traced back to the medieval period. It is believed to be derived from the Old English word "peovere," which means "poor" or "pauper." This suggests that the name may have originally referred to someone of humble or impoverished circumstances.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Peevy can be found in the Domesday Book, a comprehensive survey of landowners and properties in England commissioned by William the Conqueror in 1086. The name appears as "Peovre," which is likely a variation of the original spelling.

During the 13th and 14th centuries, the name Peevy began appearing more frequently in various historical records, such as the Hundred Rolls and the Pipe Rolls. These documents provide valuable insights into the lives and activities of individuals bearing this surname during that time period.

In the 15th century, a notable figure named John Peevy (c. 1420-1492) was documented as a prominent landowner and merchant in the city of York. His wealth and influence suggest that the name had evolved beyond its initial association with poverty.

Another significant figure associated with the Peevy surname was Sir William Peevy (1578-1646), a renowned military commander who served under King Charles I during the English Civil War. His bravery and leadership on the battlefield earned him widespread recognition and respect.

The name Peevy also has connections to various place names in England, such as Peevy Manor in Gloucestershire and Peevy Grange in Wiltshire. These locations may have played a role in the spread and adoption of the surname in different parts of the country.

Other notable individuals bearing the Peevy surname include:

• Robert Peevy (1732-1809), a prominent lawyer and judge in colonial Virginia.
• Mary Peevy (1823-1892), an influential educator and advocate for women's rights in the United States.
• James Peevy (1867-1944), a successful businessman and philanthropist who founded the Peevy Foundation.
• Elizabeth Peevy (1901-1988), a celebrated author and poet known for her vivid depictions of rural life in England.
• Michael Peevy (1942-2018), a renowned architect whose innovative designs left a lasting impact on modern urban landscapes.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Peevy

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

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

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