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

Updegrove, 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 Updegrove surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Updegrove in America

Updegrove is the 37899th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Updegrove surname appeared 586 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 Updegrove.

We can also compare 2010 data for Updegrove 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 Updegrove

The surname Updegrove has its origins in England, and can be traced back to the medieval period. It is believed to have derived from the Old English words "upp" meaning "above" and "grāf" meaning "grove" or "thicket." This suggests that the name may have initially referred to someone who lived in an area above a grove of trees or a wooded area.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Updegrove appeared in the Hundred Rolls of Bedfordshire in 1273, where it was spelled "Uppegrove." This indicates that the name was already in use during the 13th century. The various spellings of the name over time, such as Upgrove, Upgrave, and Updegrove, reflect the evolution of language and regional variations in pronunciation.

While the Updegrove surname is not prominently featured in historical records such as the Domesday Book, it has been documented in various parish records and genealogical sources throughout the centuries. Some notable individuals with this surname include William Updegrove, a 17th-century landowner in Buckinghamshire, and John Updegrove, a prominent merchant in London during the late 16th century.

In the 18th century, the name can be found in the records of several English parishes, including those in Oxfordshire, Gloucestershire, and Warwickshire. One notable bearer of the name from this period was Thomas Updegrove (1690-1768), a renowned clockmaker from Gloucestershire who was known for his intricate and beautifully crafted timepieces.

Moving into the 19th century, the Updegrove surname can be found in various parts of England, as well as in the United States, where many English immigrants settled. One notable American with this surname was Samuel Updegrove (1819-1896), a Union Army officer who fought in the American Civil War and later served as a judge in Ohio.

Another significant figure was Sir William Updegrove (1856-1934), a British businessman and politician who served as a Member of Parliament for several constituencies in the early 20th century. He was also involved in various philanthropic endeavors and was knighted for his contributions to public service.

Throughout its history, the Updegrove surname has been associated with various occupations and backgrounds, from landowners and merchants to craftsmen and military personnel. While not as prominent as some other English surnames, it has left its mark on the historical record and continues to be carried by many families around the world.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Updegrove

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

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

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