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

Tazewell, 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 Tazewell surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Tazewell in America

Tazewell is the 91221st most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Tazewell surname appeared 202 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 Tazewell.

We can also compare 2010 data for Tazewell 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 Tazewell

The surname Tazewell has its origins in England, dating back to the 11th century. It is derived from the Old English words "tæs" meaning torrent or rush of water, and "wælla" meaning a spring or stream. This suggests that the name was likely associated with a person who lived near a forceful stream or rushing waters.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name can be found in the Domesday Book of 1086, which mentions a place called "Tateswelle" in Norfolk. This place name is believed to be the source of the Tazewell surname, with the spelling evolving over time.

During the Middle Ages, the name appeared in various historical records and documents, often spelled differently, such as Tateswell, Tazewelle, or Taswell. These variations were common due to the lack of standardized spelling conventions at the time.

In the 13th century, a notable individual named William de Tateswelle was recorded as a landowner in Norfolk. Another early bearer of the name was John Tazewell, who was mentioned in the Court Rolls of the Manor of Wakefield in Yorkshire in 1275.

As the surname spread across England, it also became associated with place names like Tasburgh in Norfolk and Tatsfield in Surrey. These locations likely derived their names from the same Old English roots as the surname itself.

One of the most prominent figures with the Tazewell surname was Sir Walter Tazewell (1531-1597), a courtier and politician during the reign of Queen Elizabeth I. He served as a Member of Parliament and held various positions in the English government.

Another notable individual was Littleton Waller Tazewell (1774-1860), an American statesman and lawyer from Virginia. He served as a U.S. Senator and Governor of Virginia, and played a significant role in the early political landscape of the United States.

Other historical figures with the Tazewell surname include:

1. Henry Tazewell (1753-1799), an American lawyer and politician from Virginia.
2. John Tazewell (1698-1767), a British architect and surveyor known for his work in London.
3. Richard Tazewell (1615-1678), an English minister and author who wrote on religious topics.
4. William Tazewell (1740-1814), an American lawyer and judge in Virginia.
5. Benjamin Tazewell (1716-1783), a British naval officer who served during the American Revolutionary War.

The Tazewell surname has a rich history spanning centuries, rooted in the Old English language and tied to various places across England. Its evolution and association with notable individuals throughout history have contributed to its enduring legacy.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Tazewell

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

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

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