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

Summerlin, 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 Summerlin surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Summerlin in America

Summerlin is the 6954th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Summerlin surname appeared 4,824 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 Summerlin.

We can also compare 2010 data for Summerlin 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 Summerlin

The surname Summerlin is an English locational name that originated in the county of Lancashire, England. It is derived from the Old English words "sumor" meaning summer and "lēah" meaning a meadow or clearing, referring to a summertime pasture or meadow.

The earliest recorded instance of the name Summerlin dates back to the 13th century in Lancashire. It is believed to have been derived from the place name Somerley or Summerley, which was first documented in the Assize Rolls of Lancashire in 1246.

In the Domesday Book of 1086, the village of Somerley is listed as "Sumrelei," indicating the long-standing presence of the name in the region. The surname Summerlin is thought to have originated from this location, with families adopting the name based on their place of residence or origin.

Notable individuals with the surname Summerlin include William Summerlin, a merchant and landowner in Lancashire who lived in the 16th century. Records show that he owned properties in the town of Preston and surrounding areas.

Another prominent figure was John Summerlin, born in 1672, who served as a magistrate and Justice of the Peace in Lancashire during the early 18th century. He played an influential role in local governance and administration.

In the 19th century, Thomas Summerlin (1802-1879) was a renowned architect who designed several notable buildings in Lancashire, including churches and public edifices. His work left a lasting impact on the architectural landscape of the region.

Across the Atlantic, Benjamin Summerlin (1785-1867) was an early settler in the American South, establishing himself as a farmer and landowner in Georgia. He and his descendants contributed significantly to the development of the local community.

Another notable figure is Elizabeth Summerlin (1910-1998), who was a pioneering educator and advocate for children's rights in the United States. She dedicated her life to improving educational opportunities for underprivileged children and was widely respected for her work.

The surname Summerlin has a rich history rooted in the English countryside, with its origins dating back to the medieval period. Throughout the centuries, individuals bearing this name have made significant contributions across various fields, leaving their mark on local and regional histories.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Summerlin

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

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

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