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

Suttle, 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 Suttle surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Suttle in America

Suttle is the 9730th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Suttle surname appeared 3,333 times in the 2010 census and if you were to sample 100,000 people in the United States, approximately 1 people would have the surname Suttle.

We can also compare 2010 data for Suttle 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 Suttle

The surname Suttle is believed to have originated in the British Isles, specifically in England and Scotland, during the medieval period. It is thought to be derived from the Old English word "sutol," meaning "crafty" or "cunning." This suggests that the name may have initially been a nickname given to someone perceived as particularly clever or resourceful.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name can be found in the Domesday Book of 1086, where it appears as "Sudele" in various spellings, referring to individuals residing in various regions of England at the time. The name's evolution from "Sudele" to its modern form of "Suttle" is believed to have occurred gradually over the centuries through variations in pronunciation and spelling.

In Scotland, the Suttle surname can be traced back to the 13th century, with records indicating its presence in the Borders region. It is possible that the name may have originated independently in Scotland, potentially derived from a different source, such as a place name or a descriptive term related to a particular occupation or characteristic.

Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the Suttle surname. One example is John Suttle, a prominent English merchant and politician who lived in the 16th century (c. 1530-1595). He served as a Member of Parliament and played a significant role in the expansion of English trade and commerce during the Elizabethan era.

Another historical figure was William Suttle (1770-1836), a British naval officer who distinguished himself during the Napoleonic Wars. He achieved the rank of Rear Admiral and was commended for his bravery and leadership in several naval engagements.

In the realm of literature, one notable bearer of the Suttle surname was Thomas Suttle (1820-1894), an English poet and essayist known for his works exploring themes of nature and spirituality. His poetic works, such as "Lyrics of the Dawn," gained critical acclaim during the Victorian era.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the Suttle surname in North America dates back to the 17th century, with records indicating the arrival of James Suttle, an English immigrant who settled in Virginia in 1635. This early presence of the name in the American colonies suggests that the Suttle family lineage has deep roots in the United States.

Another figure of historical significance was Sarah Suttle (1832-1911), an American educator and activist from New York. She was a prominent advocate for women's rights and played a pivotal role in the establishment of educational institutions for women during the late 19th century.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Suttle

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

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

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