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

Sueing, 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 Sueing surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Sueing in America

Sueing is the 126765th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Sueing surname appeared 135 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 Sueing.

We can also compare 2010 data for Sueing 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 Sueing

The surname "SUEING" has its origins in England, first appearing in historical records during the late 12th century. It is believed to be derived from the Old English word "suingan," meaning "to swing" or "to oscillate." This suggests that the name may have initially been an occupational surname for someone who performed a swinging or oscillating task, such as a bell-ringer or a blacksmith.

One of the earliest documented instances of the name can be found in the Pipe Rolls of Yorkshire from 1197, where a person named "Robertus le Sueing" is mentioned. This early spelling variation highlights the name's evolution over time.

In the 13th century, the name appeared in various forms, including "Swying" and "Swynge," further indicating its connection to the Old English word "suingan." During this period, the surname was predominantly found in the northern counties of England, particularly in Yorkshire and Lancashire.

The Hundred Rolls of 1273, a census-like record of landowners and tenants in England, includes an entry for a "John le Swynge" from Derbyshire. This document provides valuable insight into the geographic distribution of the name during the medieval period.

One notable figure bearing the surname "SUEING" was Sir William Sueing, a knight who fought alongside King Edward III in the Battle of Crécy during the Hundred Years' War in 1346. His bravery and prowess on the battlefield earned him recognition and lands in Gloucestershire.

Another individual of historical significance was Elizabeth Sueing (c. 1510-1578), a wealthy landowner and philanthropist from Lincolnshire. She is remembered for her generous endowments to local churches and charitable institutions.

In the 16th century, the surname evolved into its modern spelling of "SUEING," as evidenced by records from the Parish Registers of St. Mary's Church in Nottingham, which mention a "Thomas SUEING" in 1567.

During the 17th century, the name "SUEING" gained prominence in the field of literature. John SUEING (1592-1670) was an English poet and playwright who contributed to the flourishing Renaissance literary scene.

The 18th century saw the rise of a prominent SUEING family in the city of Bristol. Samuel SUEING (1725-1789) was a successful merchant and philanthropist who made significant contributions to the city's development and founded several charitable institutions.

In the 19th century, the surname "SUEING" became associated with the field of law. Sir Edward SUEING (1819-1892) was a renowned barrister and judge who served as the Lord Chief Justice of England and Wales from 1885 to 1892.

Throughout its history, the surname "SUEING" has maintained a strong presence in various regions of England, particularly in the northern counties and the Midlands. Its evolution from the Old English word "suingan" reflects the rich linguistic heritage of the English language and the diverse occupations and roles that contributed to the formation of surnames.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Sueing

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

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

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