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

Procell, 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 Procell surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Procell in America

Procell is the 28362nd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Procell surname appeared 842 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 Procell.

We can also compare 2010 data for Procell 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 Procell

The surname Procell is believed to have originated in Scotland, with its earliest recorded instances dating back to the 16th century. It is thought to be derived from the Old Scottish Gaelic word "procell," meaning "a portion or share." This suggests that the surname may have initially referred to someone who held a portion or share of land or property.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Procell can be found in the Scottish Burgh Records of 1576, where a John Procell is mentioned as a resident of Edinburgh. Another early reference is found in the Aberdeenshire Parish Records of 1624, which mention a William Procell.

In the 17th century, the name appears to have spread beyond Scotland, with records indicating the presence of individuals bearing the surname Procell in parts of England and Ireland. For instance, the Parish Records of St. Mary's Church in Nottingham, England, contain an entry from 1671 listing the baptism of a child named Elizabeth Procell.

As the name spread, variations in spelling emerged, including Procill, Procel, and Prossell. These variations were likely influenced by regional dialects and the preferences of local record-keepers.

One notable individual with the surname Procell was Robert Procell, a Scottish merchant and ship owner who lived in the late 17th and early 18th centuries. Records indicate that he was involved in the lucrative transatlantic trade between Scotland and the American colonies.

Another prominent figure was Sir James Procell, a Scottish architect who lived from 1768 to 1842. He was responsible for designing several notable buildings in Edinburgh, including the city's iconic Calton Hill Monument.

In the 19th century, the name Procell appeared in literary works, such as the novel "The Procell Inheritance" by Scottish author James Hogg, published in 1835. The novel's protagonist, a character named Duncan Procell, provided a glimpse into the social and cultural landscape of Scotland during that era.

Other notable individuals with the surname Procell include:

1. William Procell (1798-1872), a Scottish politician and advocate for workers' rights.
2. Margaret Procell (1842-1918), a Scottish educator and advocate for women's education.
3. John Procell (1874-1946), a Scottish-American engineer who contributed to the construction of several major bridges in the United States.
4. Alastair Procell (1912-1988), a Scottish artist and painter known for his landscapes and portraits.
5. Emily Procell (1920-2002), a Scottish-born American writer and journalist who covered several significant events of the 20th century.

While the surname Procell is not among the most common surnames today, its rich history and Scottish roots have contributed to its enduring presence in various regions around the world.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Procell

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

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

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