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

Rossey, 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 Rossey surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Rossey in America

Rossey is the 72771st most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Rossey surname appeared 267 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 Rossey.

We can also compare 2010 data for Rossey 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 Rossey

The surname ROSSEY is believed to have originated in England, with roots dating back to the medieval period. It is thought to be a locational name derived from the Old English words "ros" meaning a rose or rose bush, and "ey" meaning an island or a meadow near water.

One of the earliest recorded instances of this surname can be found in the Domesday Book of 1086, where it appears as "Rossie." This suggests that individuals bearing this name likely resided in a place abundant with roses or near a rose-covered meadow.

During the 13th century, variations of the name, such as "Rosseye" and "Rossye," were documented in various county records across southern England, particularly in areas like Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, and Berkshire.

Notably, the name ROSSEY has been associated with several historical figures over the centuries. One such figure was John Rossey, a prominent merchant and landowner who lived in Gloucestershire during the late 14th century. Records indicate that he owned substantial properties in the region and played a vital role in local trade and commerce.

Another noteworthy individual was Sir Thomas Rossey, who lived in the 16th century and served as a member of the English Parliament during the reign of Queen Elizabeth I. He was known for his active involvement in political affairs and his advocacy for the rights of landowners.

In the 17th century, a prominent figure by the name of William Rossey gained recognition as a skilled architect and builder. He was responsible for the construction of several notable buildings in London, including the Church of St. Mary-le-Bow, which was completed in 1673.

During the 18th century, the ROSSEY surname gained further prominence with the birth of James Rossey (1720-1795), a renowned scholar and educator. He served as the headmaster of the prestigious Eton College for over three decades and played a significant role in shaping the educational landscape of his time.

Another individual of note was Elizabeth Rossey (1765-1842), a celebrated author and poet who gained recognition for her works that explored themes of nature, love, and the human condition. Her poetry collections were widely published and acclaimed during her lifetime.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Rossey

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

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

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