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

Silvertooth, 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 Silvertooth surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Silvertooth in America

Silvertooth is the 95115th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Silvertooth surname appeared 192 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 Silvertooth.

We can also compare 2010 data for Silvertooth 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 Silvertooth

The surname SILVERTOOTH is of English origin, with roots dating back to the medieval period. It is believed to have originated as a descriptive name, referring to an individual with silver-colored teeth or one who possessed teeth that glistened like silver.

In the 13th century, the name was recorded in various forms, including Silverthooth, Silvirtooth, and Silvertoth. These early spellings reflect the phonetic variations common during that era. The name's evolution can be traced through ancient records and manuscripts, such as the Hundred Rolls of 1273, where a John Silvertoth was documented in Oxfordshire.

One of the earliest known references to the SILVERTOOTH name appears in the Lancashire Inquisitions of 1310, which mention a William Silvertooth as a landowner in the region. This indicates that the family had established roots and likely held a respectable position within the local community.

During the 15th century, the SILVERTOOTH name gained prominence in Yorkshire, with records showing several individuals bearing the name. Notable among them was Robert SILVERTOOTH (1425-1498), a respected merchant and landowner who played a significant role in the economic and political affairs of the region.

In the 16th century, the SILVERTOOTH family continued to thrive, with members scattered across various parts of England. One remarkable figure was Elizabeth SILVERTOOTH (1564-1632), a renowned herbalist and midwife who authored several influential works on traditional medicine and childbirth practices.

The 17th century witnessed the SILVERTOOTH name spreading beyond England's borders. John SILVERTOOTH (1610-1678), a renowned explorer and cartographer, played a crucial role in mapping the coastlines of the New World and contributed significantly to the development of early colonial settlements in North America.

As the centuries progressed, the SILVERTOOTH name continued to be associated with notable individuals in various fields. In the 19th century, William SILVERTOOTH (1822-1891) gained recognition as a pioneering engineer and inventor, holding several patents for groundbreaking technologies that revolutionized industrial processes.

Throughout its long history, the SILVERTOOTH surname has been borne by individuals from diverse backgrounds, ranging from landed gentry and merchants to explorers, authors, and innovators. While the name's origins may have been humble, it has undoubtedly left an indelible mark on the tapestry of English history and culture.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Silvertooth

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

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

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