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

Thackston, 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 Thackston surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Thackston in America

Thackston is the 24874th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Thackston surname appeared 1,000 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 Thackston.

We can also compare 2010 data for Thackston 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 Thackston

The surname Thackston finds its origins in the Yorkshire region of northern England, tracing back to the 13th century. It is believed to be derived from the Old English words "thæc," meaning thatch or roof, and "tun," referring to a settlement or farmstead. This suggests that the name may have initially referred to someone who lived in a thatched dwelling or a location associated with thatched buildings.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name appears in the Feet of Fines for Yorkshire in 1280, where a certain Robert de Thakeston is mentioned. This early spelling variation, "Thakeston," provides insight into the name's evolution over time.

During the 14th century, the name can be found in various records, including the Yorkshire Poll Tax Rolls of 1379, which list a John de Thakeston. This entry indicates that the name had spread across Yorkshire and was used by individuals from different social classes.

In the 15th century, the name appears to have taken on the more modern spelling of "Thackston." This can be seen in the Yorkshire Wills and Administrations of 1455, which reference a Thomas Thackston.

Historically, the Thackston surname has been associated with several notable individuals. One such figure was Sir Ralph Thackston (1525-1592), a prominent English landowner and member of Parliament during the reign of Queen Elizabeth I.

Another notable bearer of the name was William Thackston (1640-1718), an English clergyman and author who served as the Rector of Whaplode in Lincolnshire. His works included theological treatises and sermons published in the late 17th century.

In the 19th century, John Thackston (1817-1892) achieved recognition as a successful industrialist and inventor. He is credited with developing an early form of the mechanical reaper, which revolutionized agricultural practices.

The name Thackston also has literary connections. Arthur Thackston (1862-1935) was an English poet and writer known for his nature-inspired works, including the collection "Songs of the Countryside" published in 1901.

Additionally, Geoffrey Thackston (1928-2002) was a renowned British scholar and translator of Persian and Arabic literature. His translations of works such as the Rubaiyat of Omar Khayyam and the Arabian Nights earned him widespread acclaim in academic circles.

While the name Thackston may have evolved over the centuries, its roots can be traced back to the thatched dwellings and settlements of medieval Yorkshire, reflecting the rich history and heritage associated with this distinctive English surname.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Thackston

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

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

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