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

Rhodd, 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 Rhodd surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Rhodd in America

Rhodd is the 60960th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Rhodd surname appeared 330 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 Rhodd.

We can also compare 2010 data for Rhodd 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 Rhodd

The surname RHODD is believed to have originated in Wales, with its roots tracing back to the 16th century. It is thought to be derived from the Welsh word "rhodd," which means "gift" or "present." This suggests that the name may have been initially given as a descriptive surname, perhaps referring to someone who was known for their generosity or gifting nature.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the RHODD surname can be found in the parish records of Llanddewi-Brefi, Cardiganshire, Wales, in the late 1500s. The name appears to have been concentrated in this area during its early years, potentially indicating a localized origin.

In the 17th century, the RHODD surname began to spread across Wales, appearing in various records and documents from different regions. One notable figure from this era was Rhys Rhodd, a prominent Welsh Baptist minister born in Carmarthenshire in 1660. He played a significant role in establishing Baptist churches throughout South Wales.

As the centuries progressed, the RHODD surname continued to gain prominence in Welsh history. In the late 18th century, John Rhodd (1753-1819) was a respected Welsh landowner and Member of Parliament for Carmarthen Boroughs. His influence and wealth contributed to the family's standing within the region.

Another notable bearer of the RHODD surname was Evan Rhodd (1810-1887), a Welsh poet and clergyman. Born in Cardiganshire, he authored several works in the Welsh language and was widely recognized for his literary contributions.

In the 19th century, the RHODD family also established roots in England, with some members moving across the border and settling in various parts of the country. One such individual was Thomas Rhodd (1841-1912), a successful businessman and entrepreneur who founded a prosperous manufacturing company in Birmingham.

While the RHODD surname maintains its strongest connections to Wales and its Welsh origins, it has since spread to other parts of the world due to emigration and migration patterns. However, the name's rich history and ties to the Welsh language and culture remain an integral part of its legacy.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Rhodd

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

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

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