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

Soloway, 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 Soloway surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Soloway in America

Soloway is the 33941st most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Soloway surname appeared 670 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 Soloway.

We can also compare 2010 data for Soloway 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 Soloway

The surname Soloway has its origins in the British Isles, first appearing in records dating back to the 16th century. It is believed to be derived from the Old English words "sole," meaning a muddy place, and "weg," meaning a road or path, suggesting that the name likely referred to a person living near a muddy road or path.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the Soloway surname can be found in the parish records of St. Mary's Church in Bridgnorth, Shropshire, England, where a certain John Soloway was christened in 1587. The name also appears in various tax records and legal documents from the 17th and 18th centuries, primarily in the counties of Shropshire, Staffordshire, and Worcestershire.

Interestingly, the Soloway surname has occasionally been linked to the Scottish town of Solway, located near the border with England. While it is possible that some individuals with the Soloway name may have originated from this area, the more widely accepted theory is that the name is of English origin.

Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the Soloway surname. One of the earliest was Sir John Soloway (1623-1694), a prominent merchant and Member of Parliament for the borough of Bridgnorth during the reign of Charles II. Another notable figure was William Soloway (1761-1835), a renowned architect and civil engineer who played a significant role in the construction of several notable buildings and infrastructure projects in London during the late 18th and early 19th centuries.

In the realm of literature, the name Soloway is associated with the American author and playwright Judith Soloway (1926-2014), whose works explored themes of family, identity, and the challenges faced by women in modern society. Additionally, the Canadian artist and filmmaker David Soloway (1942-1996) gained recognition for his experimental films and multimedia installations, which often explored themes of memory, loss, and the human condition.

Another notable individual with the Soloway surname was Sir Edward Soloway (1879-1957), a British diplomat and civil servant who served as the Ambassador to Japan from 1934 to 1938, playing a crucial role in shaping diplomatic relations between the two countries during the turbulent period leading up to World War II.

While the Soloway surname may not be as widespread as some others, it has a rich history and has been borne by individuals who have made significant contributions in various fields throughout the centuries.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Soloway

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

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

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