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

Sixkiller, 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 Sixkiller surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Sixkiller in America

Sixkiller is the 46647th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Sixkiller surname appeared 456 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 Sixkiller.

We can also compare 2010 data for Sixkiller 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 Sixkiller

The surname SIXKILLER is of Native American origin, specifically from the Cherokee tribe. It is believed to have originated in the late 18th or early 19th century, during the period of increased contact and cultural exchange between the Cherokee people and European settlers in the southeastern United States.

The name SIXKILLER is thought to be derived from the Cherokee language, where it likely referred to a skilled warrior or hunter who had killed six animals or enemies. In the Cherokee tradition, such accomplishments were often reflected in one's name or title, serving as a mark of honor and respect.

One of the earliest recorded mentions of the SIXKILLER name can be found in the records of the Cherokee Nation, which was established in the early 19th century. These records include references to individuals with the SIXKILLER surname, indicating their presence within the Cherokee community during that time.

Among the notable individuals with the SIXKILLER surname is Stand Watie (1806-1871), a influential Cherokee leader who served as the last Confederate general of the American Civil War. Watie, whose Cherokee name was De-ga-ta-ga, meaning "he stands," was a member of the SIXKILLER clan.

Another prominent figure associated with the SIXKILLER name is Wilma SIXKILLER (1925-2003), a renowned Cherokee artist and educator. She played a significant role in preserving and promoting Cherokee art and culture through her work and teaching.

In the late 19th century, the SIXKILLER name also appeared in the records of the Dawes Commission, which was tasked with enrolling members of the Five Civilized Tribes, including the Cherokee Nation. This commission's efforts resulted in the creation of the Dawes Rolls, which documented the names and lineages of many Cherokee families.

Other notable individuals with the SIXKILLER surname include Joseph SIXKILLER (1837-1902), a Cherokee statesman and judge, and Lula SIXKILLER (1896-1990), a Cherokee artist and writer known for her work in preserving and documenting Cherokee traditions and folklore.

Throughout its history, the SIXKILLER surname has maintained a strong connection to the Cherokee Nation and its cultural heritage, serving as a reminder of the rich traditions and accomplishments of this indigenous people.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Sixkiller

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

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

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