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

Swoopes, 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 Swoopes surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Swoopes in America

Swoopes is the 79338th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Swoopes surname appeared 240 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 Swoopes.

We can also compare 2010 data for Swoopes 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 Swoopes

The surname "SWOOPES" is of English origin, and it is believed to have emerged in the medieval period, around the 13th or 14th century. It is likely derived from the Old English word "swope," which means a sweep or a brush made from twigs or straw.

The name's earliest recorded instances can be traced back to the county of Gloucestershire in the west of England. It is thought that the name may have originally referred to someone who worked as a sweeper or a broom maker.

In the Domesday Book, a historical record compiled in 1086 by order of William the Conqueror, there are several entries that mention variations of the name, such as "Swyppe" and "Swopere," which lend credence to the theory of its occupational origins.

One of the earliest recorded individuals with the surname "SWOOPES" was John Swoopes, who was born in Gloucestershire in the late 15th century. Another notable bearer of the name was William Swoopes, a farmer from the village of Stow-on-the-Wold in Gloucestershire, who lived in the early 16th century.

In the 17th century, the surname "SWOOPES" began to appear in other parts of England, particularly in the counties of Wiltshire and Somerset, suggesting that members of the family had migrated from their original homeland in Gloucestershire.

A prominent figure in English history bearing the name "SWOOPES" was Sir Henry Swoopes (1620-1688), a wealthy merchant and landowner from Bristol. He played a significant role in the city's economic development and served as its mayor in 1673.

Another notable individual was Elizabeth Swoopes (1680-1745), a renowned author and poet from Salisbury, Wiltshire. Her works were widely acclaimed during her lifetime and contributed to the literary culture of the 18th century.

In the 19th century, the surname "SWOOPES" gained recognition through the achievements of Admiral John Swoopes (1825-1901), a distinguished naval officer who served in the Royal Navy. He was renowned for his leadership and bravery during several military campaigns.

While the name "SWOOPES" may not be as common as some other English surnames, it has a rich history and has been borne by many notable individuals throughout the centuries, reflecting its enduring presence in the cultural tapestry of England.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Swoopes

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

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

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