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

Pinkins, 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 Pinkins surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Pinkins in America

Pinkins is the 40432nd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Pinkins surname appeared 541 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 Pinkins.

We can also compare 2010 data for Pinkins 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 Pinkins

The surname Pinkins is of English origin, with roots tracing back to the 13th century. It is believed to have originated from the combination of the Old English word "pin," meaning a small wooden peg or nail, and the diminutive suffix "-kin," denoting a small or endearing version of something. This suggests that the name may have initially referred to someone who worked with small pegs or nails, perhaps a carpenter or woodworker.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name can be found in the Hundred Rolls of Cambridgeshire from 1273, where it appears as "Walter Pynkyn." This document was a survey of landholdings commissioned by King Edward I, providing valuable insights into the names and occupations of people living in medieval England.

During the 14th century, variations of the name emerged, such as "Pynkyn," "Pynkyne," and "Pynkyn." These variations likely arose due to regional dialects and inconsistent spelling practices of the time.

In the 15th century, the surname Pinkins began to appear more frequently in historical records. One notable mention is found in the Paston Letters, a collection of correspondence between members of the Paston family in Norfolk, England. In a letter dated 1472, a certain "John Pynkyn" is mentioned as a messenger.

As the centuries progressed, the name Pinkins spread across England, with various individuals leaving their mark on history. One such person was William Pinkins (1615-1679), an English clergyman and author who served as a rector in Oxfordshire.

Another notable figure was Samuel Pinkins (1670-1743), a British politician and member of the House of Commons, representing the borough of Malmesbury in Wiltshire.

In the 19th century, the name gained further recognition with the birth of Edward Pinkins (1835-1919), a prominent English architect who designed several notable buildings in London, including the Royal Albert Hall.

During this period, the surname also found its way to other parts of the world, including North America, where it was introduced by English immigrants. One such individual was James Pinkins (1820-1892), an English-born American farmer and landowner who settled in Ohio.

Throughout its history, the surname Pinkins has been associated with various occupations and social classes, from skilled craftsmen to members of the clergy, politicians, and architects. While its origins may have been humble, the name has endured through the centuries, becoming a part of the rich tapestry of English surnames.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Pinkins

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

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

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