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

Roseborough, 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 Roseborough surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Roseborough in America

Roseborough is the 22281st most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Roseborough surname appeared 1,157 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 Roseborough.

We can also compare 2010 data for Roseborough 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 Roseborough

The surname Roseborough is of English origin, with its roots traced back to the medieval period. It is a locational name, derived from a place called Roseborough, which was likely a small hamlet or village in one of the northern counties of England.

One of the earliest known references to the name dates back to the 13th century, where it appeared as 'Rosseburgh' in the Court Rolls of Yorkshire. This spelling variation suggests that the name may have evolved from an Old English word, possibly 'rose' combined with 'burgh', meaning a fortified town or settlement.

In the 14th century, the surname Roseborough began to appear in various historical records, including the Pipe Rolls of Lincolnshire. This suggests that the name had spread beyond its original locality and was becoming more widespread throughout northern England.

Among the notable individuals bearing this surname was Robert Roseborough, a wealthy merchant and landowner who lived in the 16th century. His name appears in the Lay Subsidy Rolls of 1524, indicating his prominence and affluence during that era.

Another individual of note was John Roseborough, born in 1612 in Yorkshire. He was a respected scholar and author, best known for his treatise on the cultivation of roses, published in 1674. His work was highly regarded and influenced horticultural practices of the time.

In the 17th century, the surname Roseborough was found in various parish records across northern England, particularly in the counties of Yorkshire, Durham, and Northumberland. This further solidified the name's regional roots and established its place in the local history.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name in North America dates back to the late 18th century, when William Roseborough, born in 1756 in Northumberland, England, immigrated to the British colonies. He settled in Virginia and became a prominent figure in the community, serving as a local magistrate and landowner.

Another notable bearer of the name was Elizabeth Roseborough, born in 1804 in Durham, England. She was a pioneering educator and advocate for women's rights, establishing one of the first schools for girls in her local community.

Throughout its history, the surname Roseborough has maintained a strong presence, particularly in the northern regions of England, where it originated. Its enduring legacy is a testament to the rich cultural heritage and history associated with this distinctive English surname.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Roseborough

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

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

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