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

Rasor, 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 Rasor surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Rasor in America

Rasor is the 16716th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Rasor surname appeared 1,712 times in the 2010 census and if you were to sample 100,000 people in the United States, approximately 1 people would have the surname Rasor.

We can also compare 2010 data for Rasor 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 Rasor

The surname Rasor has its origins in England and dates back to the 13th century. It is believed to have derived from the Old English word 'rasour', meaning a maker or seller of razors. The name was initially an occupational surname given to those who specialized in crafting and selling razors during the medieval period.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the surname can be found in the Hundredorum Rolls of 1273, which mentions a John le Rasour residing in Oxfordshire. This suggests that the name was already established in certain regions of England by the late 13th century.

During the 14th century, variations of the spelling began to emerge, such as Raser, Rasour, and Razour. These different spellings were likely due to regional dialects and the inconsistencies in written records at the time.

The Rasor surname has been linked to several notable individuals throughout history. One such person was William Rasor, born in 1650 in Yorkshire, England. He was a prominent merchant and landowner who played a significant role in the local community.

Another individual of note was Elizabeth Rasor, born in 1710 in Lincolnshire. She was a well-respected educator and author, known for her contributions to the field of education during the 18th century.

In the 19th century, the Rasor name gained further recognition with the birth of James Rasor in 1835 in Cambridgeshire. He was a successful businessman and philanthropist, known for his generous contributions to various charitable causes.

The surname also has a connection to the United States, with one of the earliest recorded instances being that of John Rasor, who immigrated from England to Virginia in the late 17th century. He and his family were among the early settlers in the colony.

Another notable figure was Samuel Rasor, born in 1782 in Pennsylvania. He was a soldier who fought in the War of 1812 and later became a prominent figure in local politics, serving as a county commissioner.

Throughout its history, the Rasor surname has been associated with various occupations, from skilled tradesmen to merchants, educators, and public servants. While the name may have evolved in spelling over time, its origins can be traced back to the razor-making trade of medieval England.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Rasor

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

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

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