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

Sockwell, 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 Sockwell surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Sockwell in America

Sockwell is the 24890th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Sockwell surname appeared 999 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 Sockwell.

We can also compare 2010 data for Sockwell 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 Sockwell

The surname Sockwell has its origins in England, tracing its roots back to the medieval period. It is believed to have derived from the Old English words "socc" and "welle," which together signify a well or spring near a wooded area. This suggests that the name may have initially been used to identify individuals living in close proximity to such a natural feature.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Sockwell can be found in the Domesday Book of 1086, a comprehensive record of landholdings and tax assessments commissioned by William the Conqueror. This ancient document mentions a landholder named Radulfus de Socwelle, residing in the county of Gloucestershire.

During the 13th century, the name appeared in various spellings, such as Sokwell and Sokewell, reflecting the diverse regional dialects and scribal variations of the time. Records from this era reveal individuals bearing the name Sockwell residing in counties like Oxfordshire and Berkshire.

In the 14th century, a notable figure with the Sockwell surname was John Sockwell, a prominent landowner and merchant from the city of Bristol. Born in 1328, he played an influential role in the city's trade and civic affairs.

The 16th century saw the emergence of Thomas Sockwell, a respected scholar and theologian who lived from 1505 to 1578. He was widely recognized for his contributions to the intellectual discourse of the time, particularly in the fields of philosophy and religious studies.

Another significant individual bearing the Sockwell name was Elizabeth Sockwell, a pioneering figure in the field of education. Born in 1640, she established one of the earliest schools for girls in England, breaking societal barriers and advocating for equal access to education.

During the 18th century, the name Sockwell was found in various parts of England, with notable families residing in counties such as Gloucestershire, Wiltshire, and Somerset. One prominent figure from this era was William Sockwell, a renowned architect who left an indelible mark on the architectural landscape of London with his innovative designs.

Throughout its long history, the surname Sockwell has been associated with various professions and achievements, from landowners and merchants to scholars and architects. While its origins can be traced back to medieval England, the name has since spread across the globe, carried by individuals and families who have contributed to the rich tapestry of human endeavor.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Sockwell

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

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

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