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

Silfies, 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 Silfies surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Silfies in America

Silfies is the 33121st most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Silfies surname appeared 691 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 Silfies.

We can also compare 2010 data for Silfies 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 Silfies

The surname SILFIES is of English origin, and it can be traced back to the medieval period. It is believed to have originated from a place name, possibly derived from the Old English words "sil" meaning "a pool" or "a pit," and "feoh" meaning "cattle." This suggests that the name may have been associated with a location where cattle were watered or kept.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name appears in the Domesday Book of 1086, which was a detailed survey of land ownership and taxation in England commissioned by William the Conqueror. The name is listed as "Silfes," and it is believed to refer to a person or a family residing in a specific area.

During the 13th century, the name underwent various spellings, including "Silfies," "Selveys," and "Silvies." These variations were common at the time due to the lack of standardized spelling conventions and the influence of local dialects.

In the 14th century, a notable figure bearing the name SILFIES was John Silfies, a landowner and farmer from the county of Oxfordshire. Records indicate that he was born around 1320 and held significant property in the village of Stanton St. John.

Another prominent individual with the surname SILFIES was William Silfies, born in 1487 in the town of Stratford-upon-Avon, Warwickshire. He was a renowned merchant and trader, known for his dealings in wool and other textile products.

In the 16th century, the name appears in various legal documents and parish records. One such record mentions Thomas Silfies, a yeoman farmer from the village of Swinbrook, Oxfordshire, who lived from 1520 to 1598.

The 17th century saw the emergence of a notable family bearing the SILFIES name in the county of Somerset. Richard Silfies, born in 1625, was a prominent landowner and served as a local magistrate. His son, also named Richard Silfies (1658-1721), followed in his father's footsteps and became a respected figure in the community.

In the 18th century, the name SILFIES was associated with several villages and hamlets in various parts of England, including Oxfordshire, Warwickshire, and Somerset. One notable individual from this period was Elizabeth Silfies (1742-1812), who was known for her philanthropic efforts and support for local charitable organizations.

Throughout its history, the surname SILFIES has maintained a strong presence in England, particularly in the counties mentioned above. While the name may have evolved from a place name or occupation, it has become a distinct surname with a rich heritage and significance in English genealogy.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Silfies

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

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

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