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

Rannels, 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 Rannels surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Rannels in America

Rannels is the 139228th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Rannels surname appeared 120 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 Rannels.

We can also compare 2010 data for Rannels 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 Rannels

The surname RANNELS has its roots traced back to England, specifically in the regions of Gloucestershire and Worcestershire, where it emerged during the late medieval period around the 13th century. The name is believed to be derived from the Old English word "randen," which means a strip or border of land, suggesting that the original bearers of this surname may have resided near or owned such a piece of property.

One of the earliest recorded references to the name can be found in the Hundred Rolls of Gloucestershire, a census-like record compiled in 1273, where it appears as "Rannell." This spelling variation highlights the fluidity of surnames during that era, as they were often adapted based on local dialects and scribes' interpretations.

In the 14th century, the RANNELS surname surfaced in various historical documents, such as the Lay Subsidy Rolls of Worcestershire, where it was documented as "Rannell" and "Rannull." These records provide insights into the geographical distribution of the name during that time period.

Several notable individuals have borne the RANNELS surname throughout history. One of the earliest recorded was John Rannels, a landowner from Gloucestershire mentioned in the Court Rolls of 1381. Another prominent figure was William Rannels, a wealthy merchant from Worcester, who lived in the late 15th century and was known for his philanthropic endeavors.

During the 16th century, the name continued to appear in various records, including the Parish Registers of Worcestershire, where entries such as "Thomas Rannells" (1587) and "Margery Rannells" (1593) can be found. This period also saw the emergence of variant spellings like "Rannalls" and "Rannolls."

In the 17th century, the RANNELS surname gained further recognition with individuals like Richard Rannels (1612-1678), a prominent landowner and magistrate in Gloucestershire, and Thomas Rannels (1635-1704), a respected scholar and clergyman who served as the Rector of St. Mary's Church in Worcester.

As the centuries progressed, the RANNELS surname spread beyond its original regions, with bearers of the name making significant contributions in various fields. One notable example is Sir John Rannels (1788-1856), a distinguished military officer who served in the British Army during the Napoleonic Wars and later became a Member of Parliament.

While the RANNELS surname may have originated from humble beginnings, it has left an indelible mark on history, with its bearers playing vital roles in shaping the narrative of their respective eras and regions.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Rannels

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

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

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