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

Suthard, 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 Suthard surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Suthard in America

Suthard is the 54178th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Suthard surname appeared 381 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 Suthard.

We can also compare 2010 data for Suthard 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 Suthard

The surname SUTHARD is believed to originate from England, specifically in the counties of Wiltshire and Somerset, during the 16th century. It is derived from the Old English words "suth" (south) and "yeard" (yard or enclosure), suggesting a connection to a southern farmstead or dwelling.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name can be found in the parish records of St. Mary's Church, Calne, Wiltshire, where a Thomas Suthard was christened in 1592. The name also appears in the Lay Subsidy Rolls of Somerset in 1625, listing a William Suthard as a taxpayer.

In the late 17th century, the SUTHARD surname is mentioned in the Court Rolls of the Manor of Hilperton, Wiltshire, indicating the family's presence in the area. During this period, variations in spelling were common, with the name appearing as "Southyard," "Southyerd," and "Sutherd."

Notably, the SUTHARD name gained prominence in the 18th century with the birth of John SUTHARD (1712-1786), a renowned clockmaker from Westbury, Wiltshire. His intricate timepieces were highly sought after and can be found in several museums today.

Another noteworthy figure was Elizabeth SUTHARD (1765-1838), a pioneering educator who established one of the first schools for girls in Bristol. Her dedication to providing quality education for young women was widely recognized during her lifetime.

In the 19th century, the SUTHARD name spread across England, with families settling in various regions. One notable individual was William SUTHARD (1829-1901), a successful merchant and philanthropist from Manchester, who contributed significantly to the establishment of several charitable institutions in the city.

Moving into the 20th century, Arthur SUTHARD (1917-2002) was a renowned artist and illustrator, known for his vivid depictions of rural life in the English countryside. His works have been exhibited in prestigious galleries and are held in private collections worldwide.

While the SUTHARD surname may not be among the most common in England, its rich history and connections to various occupations and achievements have left a lasting impact on the country's cultural fabric.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Suthard

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

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

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