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

Sarty, 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 Sarty surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Sarty in America

Sarty is the 100791st most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Sarty surname appeared 179 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 Sarty.

We can also compare 2010 data for Sarty 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 Sarty

The surname Sarty originates from the medieval British Isles, with roots tracing back to the 11th century. It is believed to have derived from the Old English words "searu" meaning "armor" or "armour," and "thyht" meaning "skillful." Together, these elements suggest that the name may have initially been associated with skilled armorers or warriors.

In the Domesday Book, a census survey commissioned by William the Conqueror in 1086, there are records of individuals bearing similar names, such as "Sartinus" and "Sartrin," indicating the early presence of this surname in England during the Norman period.

One of the earliest documented individuals with the surname Sarty was Sir John Sarty, a prominent English knight who fought alongside King Edward III during the Hundred Years' War in the 14th century. His military exploits and loyalty to the crown earned him recognition and grants of land.

In the 16th century, the Sarty family established roots in the county of Wiltshire, England, where they held land and influence. Notable among them was Richard Sarty (1520-1588), a prosperous landowner and influential figure in local politics and governance.

During the English Civil War in the 17th century, Captain William Sarty (1612-1678) fought valiantly for the Royalist cause under King Charles I. His bravery and leadership on the battlefield earned him commendations and a lasting reputation.

As the Sarty surname spread across the British Isles, it also found its way to Ireland, where a branch of the family settled in County Cork. One notable figure from this lineage was Michael Sarty (1765-1845), a successful merchant and landowner who played a prominent role in the local community.

In the late 18th century, the Sarty family expanded their reach to the American colonies, where they continued to make their mark. One such individual was Elizabeth Sarty (1780-1862), a pioneering settler in the Ohio Territory who became renowned for her resilience and determination in establishing a homestead in the wilderness.

Throughout its history, the surname Sarty has been associated with individuals of notable accomplishments, from military prowess and landholdings to entrepreneurship and exploration. While its origins may be rooted in the skilled craftsmanship of armorers, the name has evolved to represent a diverse range of achievements and contributions across various fields and eras.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Sarty

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

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

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