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

Tippetts, 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 Tippetts surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Tippetts in America

Tippetts is the 23881st most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Tippetts surname appeared 1,057 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 Tippetts.

We can also compare 2010 data for Tippetts 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 Tippetts

The surname Tippetts is an English name that originated in the medieval era, derived from the Middle English word "typper," meaning a maker or seller of tippets, which were long cloaks or scarves worn as part of formal attire. The earliest documented instances of the name can be traced back to the early 13th century.

The name first appeared in historical records in Leicestershire and Nottinghamshire, where it was closely associated with the textile trade. In the Hundred Rolls of 1273, a document recording land holdings, one William le Typpere is mentioned as a resident of Nottinghamshire, indicating the name's connection to the occupation of tippet-making.

During the 14th century, the surname Tippetts began to spread across other parts of England, with records showing instances of the name in counties such as Oxfordshire, Gloucestershire, and Wiltshire. The name was often spelled in various ways, including Tippet, Tippitt, and Tippitt, reflecting the variations in spelling common during that period.

One notable historical figure bearing the name was John Tippetts, a merchant and landowner from Gloucestershire, who lived in the late 15th century. He is mentioned in various legal documents and property records from the time, indicating his prominence in the local community.

In the 16th century, the Tippetts surname gained further recognition with the birth of William Tippetts (c. 1520-1588), a clergyman and theologian from Oxfordshire. He served as the rector of several parishes and was known for his writings on religious subjects.

Another significant figure was Richard Tippetts (1600-1678), a member of the English gentry from Wiltshire. He was a landowner and served as a Justice of the Peace during the tumultuous period of the English Civil War.

The 17th century also saw the rise of Thomas Tippetts (1638-1701), a prominent merchant and politician from Bristol. He served as the Mayor of Bristol and was involved in the city's trade and governance.

In the 18th century, the Tippetts surname continued to be well-represented, with individuals like John Tippetts (1720-1795), a notable scientist and inventor from Gloucestershire, who made contributions to the field of physics and mechanics.

Throughout its history, the surname Tippetts has maintained a strong presence in various parts of England, particularly in the counties where it first emerged. While the occupation of tippet-making has largely faded, the surname remains a testament to its rich heritage and connection to the textile industry of medieval England.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Tippetts

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

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

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