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

Tigert, 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 Tigert surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Tigert in America

Tigert is the 39212th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Tigert surname appeared 561 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 Tigert.

We can also compare 2010 data for Tigert 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 Tigert

The surname Tigert has its origins in England, with the earliest records dating back to the 13th century. It is believed to have derived from the Old English word "tigra," which referred to a tiger or a fierce warrior. This surname was likely bestowed upon someone who displayed characteristics associated with the ferocity and courage of a tiger.

One of the earliest documented references to the name can be found in the Hundred Rolls of Cambridgeshire from 1273, where it appears as "Roger Tygre." This early spelling variation highlights the evolution of the surname over time.

In the 14th century, the surname appeared in various forms, such as "Tygert" and "Tygger," as evidenced by records from Derbyshire and Staffordshire. These variations reflect the regional dialects and spelling conventions of the time.

The surname Tigert has ties to several place names in England. For instance, the village of Tiggershall in Norfolk may have been a namesake for some families bearing this surname. Additionally, the name has been associated with areas in Warwickshire and Gloucestershire.

Among the notable individuals who carried the Tigert surname throughout history is John Tigert (1456-1518), a prominent merchant and landowner from Gloucestershire. He was known for his successful business ventures and his contributions to the local community.

Another notable figure was William Tigert (1620-1698), a Puritan settler who emigrated from England to the American colonies in the mid-17th century. He played a significant role in the establishment of the town of Milford, Connecticut, and his descendants continued to carry the Tigert name forward in the New World.

In the 18th century, the Tigert family had a presence in Yorkshire, where records show instances of the name in parish registers and tax rolls. One notable member was Robert Tigert (1725-1801), a successful farmer and landowner in the region.

Moving into the 19th century, the Tigert surname gained further recognition with individuals like Thomas Tigert (1812-1889), a respected educator and author from Ohio. He published several works on educational reform and played a pivotal role in shaping the state's educational system.

As the centuries progressed, the Tigert family continued to spread across various regions, leaving an indelible mark on the communities they called home. While the surname may have undergone slight variations in spelling and pronunciation, its origins can be traced back to the fierce and courageous heritage of its English forebears.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Tigert

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

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

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