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

Threet, 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 Threet surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Threet in America

Threet is the 16265th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Threet surname appeared 1,773 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 Threet.

We can also compare 2010 data for Threet 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 Threet

The surname THREET originated in England during the late medieval period. It is believed to have derived from the Old English word "thrēat," meaning a small group or cluster, often referring to a hamlet or settlement. The name likely emerged as a descriptive identifier for individuals who resided in such a thrēat or small community.

One of the earliest documented records of the THREET surname can be found in the Pipe Rolls of Lancashire from the late 13th century. These rolls were administrative documents maintained by the English Exchequer, recording financial transactions and landholdings. The entry mentions a certain John de Threte, suggesting the name was already in use at that time.

During the 14th century, variations of the spelling, such as "Thrette" and "Threte," appeared in various medieval records, including the Feet of Fines for Staffordshire in 1349. These records were legal documents that recorded land transactions and property transfers, providing insight into the geographic distribution of the name.

In the 15th century, the THREET surname gained prominence with the rise of William Threet (c.1420-1495), a prominent merchant and alderman in the city of Bristol. He was a wealthy landowner and served as the Mayor of Bristol in 1472. His descendants continued to play influential roles in the region for several generations.

Another notable figure bearing the THREET surname was John Threet (1567-1631), a clergyman and scholar who served as the Archdeacon of Berkshire from 1618 until his death. He was renowned for his theological writings and contributions to the Church of England during the early 17th century.

In the 18th century, the THREET family established a stronghold in the county of Gloucestershire, where they were substantial landowners and respected members of the local gentry. One prominent member was Sir Thomas Threet (1728-1804), a wealthy landowner and Member of Parliament for Tewkesbury from 1768 to 1780.

The THREET surname has also been associated with several place names in England, such as Threet Green in Staffordshire and Threet Hamlet in Worcestershire. These locations likely derived their names from the presence of THREET families or settlements in those areas.

Over the centuries, individuals bearing the THREET surname have made contributions across various fields, including business, politics, academia, and the clergy. While the name may have evolved in spelling and pronunciation, its origins can be traced back to the small hamlets and settlements of medieval England.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Threet

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

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

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