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

Stroll, 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 Stroll surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Stroll in America

Stroll is the 104602nd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Stroll surname appeared 171 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 Stroll.

We can also compare 2010 data for Stroll 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 Stroll

The surname Stroll originated in England, with the earliest records dating back to the late 13th century. It is believed to be derived from the Old English word "stroll," which means to wander or roam. This suggests that the name was initially given to someone who was known for their wandering habits or perhaps a traveler or peddler.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name can be found in the Subsidy Rolls of Sussex from 1296, where a John Stroll is mentioned. In the 14th century, the name appeared in various spellings such as Strolle, Strol, and Strole, reflecting the variations in pronunciation and spelling during that time.

The Stroll surname was particularly prevalent in the counties of Sussex, Kent, and Essex, where many families with this name lived and worked as farmers, tradespeople, and craftsmen. The name can also be found in the Lay Subsidy Rolls of 1334, which were tax records, indicating that the Stroll family had established themselves in various parts of England by that time.

One notable individual bearing the Stroll surname was Richard Stroll, a merchant and alderman who lived in London in the 16th century. He was a prominent figure in the city's trade and commerce and was recorded as having owned several properties and businesses.

In the 17th century, the Stroll name appeared in the parish records of Selborne, a village in Hampshire. A notable figure from this era was John Stroll (1620-1688), a farmer and landowner who was known for his involvement in local affairs and served as a churchwarden for the village church.

During the 18th century, the Stroll surname continued to be found across various parts of England, with families residing in counties such as Oxfordshire, Gloucestershire, and Wiltshire. One notable figure from this period was Thomas Stroll (1745-1819), a successful merchant and shipowner based in Bristol, who played a significant role in the city's maritime trade.

In the 19th century, the Stroll name gained further prominence with individuals like William Stroll (1810-1876), a renowned architect who designed several notable buildings in London, including the Royal Albert Hall.

Throughout its history, the Stroll surname has been associated with various occupations and professions, reflecting the diverse backgrounds and experiences of those who bore this name. While the name's origins may have been humble, it has since been carried by individuals who have made significant contributions in various fields.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Stroll

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

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

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