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

Shevel, 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 Shevel surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Shevel in America

Shevel is the 153769th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Shevel surname appeared 106 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 Shevel.

We can also compare 2010 data for Shevel 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 Shevel

The surname SHEVEL is of Ukrainian origin, with its earliest roots traced back to the 14th century. It is believed to have derived from the Ukrainian word "shevel", which means "silk" or "silk thread". This suggests that the name may have been originally associated with individuals involved in the silk trade or textile industry.

In the early days, the name was primarily concentrated in the western regions of Ukraine, particularly in the areas around Lviv and the Carpathian Mountains. Historical records from this period, including church registries and town chronicles, reveal various spellings of the name, such as Shevil, Shevyl, and Sheveli.

One of the earliest documented references to the name SHEVEL can be found in a 16th-century manuscript from the town of Drohobych, which mentions a local merchant named Hryhoriy Shevel. This document provides insight into the economic activities of individuals bearing this surname during that time.

Another notable figure was Vasyl Shevel (1583-1652), a Ukrainian Orthodox priest and scholar who authored several religious texts and served as a rector at the Kyiv-Mohyla Academy. His writings played a significant role in the preservation and promotion of Ukrainian language and culture.

In the 18th century, the SHEVEL surname gained recognition through the works of Hryhoriy Shevel (1712-1788), a prominent Ukrainian philosopher and educator. His contributions to the field of ethics and moral philosophy were widely acclaimed, and he held influential positions at various academic institutions in Ukraine.

During the 19th century, the name SHEVEL was associated with several notable figures in the Ukrainian cultural and political spheres. One such individual was Ivan Shevel (1819-1891), a writer and poet who played a pivotal role in the Ukrainian national awakening movement. His literary works, often infused with patriotic themes, helped to shape the cultural identity of the Ukrainian people.

Another significant figure was Mykola Shevel (1867-1936), a prominent Ukrainian politician and diplomat who served as a representative of the Ukrainian People's Republic in various international negotiations. His efforts in advocating for Ukrainian independence and self-determination left a lasting impact on the country's history.

Throughout its history, the surname SHEVEL has been carried by individuals from various walks of life, including artisans, merchants, scholars, and political figures, all of whom have contributed to the rich tapestry of Ukrainian culture and society.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Shevel

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

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

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