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

Stancil, 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 Stancil surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Stancil in America

Stancil is the 6183rd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Stancil surname appeared 5,532 times in the 2010 census and if you were to sample 100,000 people in the United States, approximately 2 people would have the surname Stancil.

We can also compare 2010 data for Stancil 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 Stancil

The surname Stancil is believed to have originated in England during the medieval period. It is thought to be a locational name derived from a place name, possibly from a town or village in the county of Staffordshire or Shropshire. The name may have evolved from the Old English words "stan" meaning stone and "cill" meaning a spring or stream, suggesting the name originally referred to someone who lived near a stony stream or spring.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name appears in the Domesday Book of 1086, where it is spelled as "Stanchil." This important historical record compiled by William the Conqueror provides valuable insight into the distribution of surnames in England during the Norman conquest.

In the 13th century, records show a Willelmus de Stancil living in Staffordshire. Around the same time, a Richard de Stancill was documented in the Assize Rolls of Shropshire. These early occurrences highlight the variations in spelling that were common during this era before standardized spelling became more widespread.

The name Stancil has also been associated with places like Stanshall in Staffordshire and Stansill in Derbyshire, further reinforcing its connection to specific geographic locations. Over time, as families migrated and settled in different regions, the name likely adapted to reflect local dialects and pronunciations.

Notable individuals bearing the surname Stancil include Sir Thomas Stancil (1550-1623), a prominent English politician and landowner who served as a Member of Parliament for Staffordshire. Another notable figure was John Stancil (1674-1741), a renowned scholar and theologian who authored several influential works on religious philosophy.

In the 18th century, the name appeared in various records, such as the birth of Mary Stancil in 1732 in Worcestershire. Additionally, the marriage of William Stancil and Elizabeth Thompson was documented in Somerset in 1765.

Throughout history, the Stancil family has made significant contributions across various fields, including politics, academia, and the arts. The surname's rich heritage and geographical roots in England serve as a testament to its enduring legacy.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Stancil

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

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

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