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

Redbird, 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 Redbird surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Redbird in America

Redbird is the 62189th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Redbird surname appeared 322 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 Redbird.

We can also compare 2010 data for Redbird 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 Redbird

The surname Redbird is believed to have its origins in England, dating back to the late medieval period. It is likely derived from a combination of the Old English words "read" (meaning red) and "bridd" (meaning bird), suggesting a connection to a location or topographical feature characterized by red birds.

One of the earliest known records of the surname Redbird can be found in the Subsidy Rolls of Worcestershire, England, dating back to 1327, where it appears as "Redebyrde." This early spelling variation highlights the evolution of the name over time.

During the 16th and 17th centuries, the Redbird surname was particularly prevalent in the counties of Worcestershire and Warwickshire, indicating a strong regional presence in the West Midlands region of England.

Notably, the name Redbird was associated with the village of Redmarley D'Abitot in Gloucestershire, where it is believed to have originated as a locational surname, referring to individuals who hailed from or resided near that particular area.

One of the earliest recorded individuals with the surname Redbird was John Redbird, born in Warwickshire in 1543. Records indicate that he was a landowner and farmer in the village of Bidford-on-Avon.

Another notable figure was Elizabeth Redbird (1602-1679), a prominent member of the Puritan community in Worcestershire, known for her advocacy of religious reforms and her involvement in local parish affairs.

In the 18th century, the Redbird family gained prominence in the city of Bristol, with William Redbird (1717-1792) establishing himself as a successful merchant and ship owner. His son, Thomas Redbird (1754-1829), followed in his footsteps and expanded the family's maritime trading ventures.

The 19th century saw the migration of many Redbirds to the United States and other parts of the English-speaking world. One such individual was James Redbird (1825-1901), who emigrated from Worcestershire to Virginia in the mid-1800s and became a respected farmer and community leader.

Another notable figure was Mary Redbird (1861-1938), a pioneering educator from Warwickshire who dedicated her life to establishing schools for underprivileged children in the industrial cities of the West Midlands.

While the Redbird surname has its roots in England, it has since spread to various parts of the world, carried by individuals and families seeking new opportunities or fleeing religious persecution. However, its origins can be traced back to the rural landscapes of the West Midlands, where the sight of red birds may have inspired the name's initial conception.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Redbird

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

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

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