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

Satchel, 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 Satchel surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Satchel in America

Satchel is the 78567th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Satchel surname appeared 243 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 Satchel.

We can also compare 2010 data for Satchel 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 Satchel

The surname SATCHEL has its origins in England, dating back to the late 16th century. It is derived from the Old English word "saccel," which referred to a small bag or pouch used for carrying personal items. The name likely originated as an occupational surname, given to individuals who made or carried satchels as part of their trade.

The earliest known recorded use of the surname SATCHEL can be found in parish records from the county of Yorkshire in the late 1500s. It is believed that the name was more prevalent in the northern regions of England during its early history. Some variations in spelling included SATCHELL and SATCHILL, reflecting the regional dialects and phonetic differences of the time.

One notable historical figure bearing the SATCHEL name was William SATCHEL, a merchant and landowner from Lincolnshire, who lived in the 17th century. Records from the 1640s mention him as a prominent figure in local affairs and a significant landholder in the area.

Another individual of note was John SATCHEL, born in 1712 in Yorkshire. He was a renowned clockmaker and horologist, renowned for his intricate and precise timepieces, which were highly sought after by wealthy patrons of the time.

In the 19th century, a prominent figure named James SATCHEL emerged as a pioneering industrialist and entrepreneur in the textile industry. Born in 1822 in Lancashire, he established several successful mills and factories, contributing significantly to the region's industrial growth.

The name SATCHEL also has literary connections. Thomas SATCHEL, born in 1835 in Warwickshire, was a celebrated poet and essayist who gained recognition for his works exploring themes of nature and rural life.

Sarah SATCHEL, born in 1876 in Derbyshire, was a notable educator and advocate for women's rights. She played a vital role in establishing several schools and educational institutions for girls in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

While the surname SATCHEL may have experienced ebbs and flows in popularity over the centuries, it remains an enduring part of England's rich tapestry of surnames, reflecting the country's diverse occupational and cultural heritage.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Satchel

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

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

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