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

Putty, 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 Putty surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Putty in America

Putty is the 62359th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Putty surname appeared 321 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 Putty.

We can also compare 2010 data for Putty 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 Putty

The surname PUTTY has its origins in England, dating back to the late medieval period. It is believed to have derived from the Old English word "pyt," which referred to a pit or a hollowed-out place in the ground. This connection suggests that the name may have originally been associated with those who lived near or worked in such pits, potentially as quarry workers or miners.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name PUTTY can be found in the Yorkshire Lay Subsidy Rolls of 1297, where it is listed as "Puttye." This suggests that the name was already in use and established by the late 13th century. Additionally, the Hundred Rolls of 1273 mention a place called "Puttokeshull" in Hertfordshire, which could be linked to the surname's origins.

In the 14th century, the name PUTTY appeared in various historical records, such as the Subsidy Rolls of Staffordshire in 1327, where it was recorded as "Putte." This spelling variation highlights the fluidity of surnames during that time period. Furthermore, the Feet of Fines for Essex in 1380 mention a John Putte, providing an early example of an individual bearing this surname.

One notable figure bearing the PUTTY surname was Sir William Putty, a 16th-century English merchant and Member of Parliament. He was born around 1520 and served as an alderman in the City of London. Another individual of note was Richard Putty, born in 1612, who was a prominent landowner and magistrate in Gloucestershire.

In the 17th century, the name PUTTY was found in various parish records across England. For instance, the baptismal records of St. Mary's Church in Bury St. Edmunds, Suffolk, mention a Thomas Putty in 1635. Additionally, the marriage records of St. Michael's Church in Cornhill, London, include an entry for Robert Putty in 1682.

Other historical figures bearing the PUTTY surname include John Putty, a yeoman farmer from Hampshire who was born in 1701, and Elizabeth Putty, born in 1756, who was a notable philanthropist and benefactor in the city of Bristol.

Throughout its history, the surname PUTTY has maintained a strong presence in various regions of England, particularly in the counties of Yorkshire, Staffordshire, and Gloucestershire. While the name may have evolved from its original meaning over time, its enduring legacy serves as a testament to the rich tapestry of English surnames and their diverse origins.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Putty

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

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

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