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

Pudder, 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 Pudder surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Pudder in America

Pudder is the 84136th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Pudder surname appeared 223 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 Pudder.

We can also compare 2010 data for Pudder 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 Pudder

The surname Pudder has its origins in England, where it first emerged during the medieval period, around the 13th century. It is believed to have derived from the Old English word "puddor," which referred to a small enclosure or pen for animals, particularly pigs.

One of the earliest recorded mentions of the name Pudder can be found in the Pipe Rolls of Yorkshire from the year 1273, where a person named Robert le Pudder is listed as a taxpayer. This suggests that the name was already established in the region by that time.

In the 14th century, the surname appeared in various forms, such as Pudder, Pudyre, and Poudere, reflecting the variations in spelling that were common during that era. These variations likely stemmed from the way the name was pronounced in different parts of the country.

The surname Pudder is also associated with several place names in England, such as Pudder Hill in Yorkshire and Pudder's Lane in Hertfordshire. These place names may have contributed to the adoption of the surname by families residing in those areas.

One notable individual with the surname Pudder was William Pudder, a merchant and landowner who lived in the 15th century. He is mentioned in the court records of the city of York, where he was involved in several legal disputes related to his business dealings.

In the 16th century, the Pudder family gained prominence in the county of Lincolnshire. Thomas Pudder (1520-1592) was a successful farmer and landowner who played an active role in local affairs, serving as a churchwarden and a member of the parish council.

Another notable figure was John Pudder (1621-1688), a renowned scholar and theologian who studied at Cambridge University. He was appointed as the rector of several parishes in Oxfordshire and published several works on religious topics.

During the 17th century, the Pudder family also had members who were involved in the English Civil War. Richard Pudder (1636-1701) served as a captain in the Parliamentarian forces and participated in several battles, including the Battle of Naseby in 1645.

In the 18th century, a branch of the Pudder family settled in the county of Somerset, where they established themselves as successful merchants and traders. One prominent member was William Pudder (1742-1812), who owned a successful wool trading business and served as a local magistrate.

Throughout the centuries, the surname Pudder has been carried by individuals from various walks of life, including farmers, merchants, scholars, and military personnel. While not a widespread name, it has maintained a presence in various regions of England, reflecting the rich history and diversity of this ancient surname.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Pudder

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

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

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