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

Uppole, 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 Uppole surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Uppole in America

Uppole is the 145220th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Uppole surname appeared 114 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 Uppole.

We can also compare 2010 data for Uppole 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 Uppole

The surname UPPOLE is believed to have originated in England during the medieval period, likely derived from the Old English words "up" and "pol," which together could mean "upper pool" or "pool on a higher ground." This suggests that the name may have initially referred to someone who lived near or owned a pool or body of water located at a higher elevation.

The earliest recorded instances of the name can be traced back to the 13th century, with several variants in spelling, such as Uppol, Uppool, and Uppolle. One of the earliest known bearers of the name was William de Uppole, who was mentioned in the Subsidy Rolls of Worcestershire in 1275.

In the 14th century, the name appeared in various tax records and legal documents, indicating its widespread use across different regions of England. For instance, the Lay Subsidy Rolls of 1332 listed a John Uppole in Yorkshire, while the Court Rolls of Wiltshire mentioned a Thomas Uppole in 1348.

During the 15th and 16th centuries, the name continued to be documented in various records, including parish registers and wills. One notable bearer of the name was Richard Uppole, a merchant from Bristol who was mentioned in the city's Guild Records in 1487.

As the name spread across England, it also became associated with specific locations, leading to the formation of place names such as Uppool in Somerset and Uppole in Wiltshire. These place names likely derived from the surname itself, reflecting the presence of families bearing the name in those areas.

Among the notable historical figures with the surname UPPOLE, one can mention:

1. John Uppole (c. 1520 - 1590), an English clergyman and author who wrote several religious works, including "A Treatise on the Lord's Supper."
2. Elizabeth Uppole (c. 1570 - 1635), a wealthy landowner from Worcestershire who was involved in several legal disputes over property rights.
3. William Uppole (c. 1625 - 1677), a merchant and shipowner from Bristol who traded with the American colonies and the West Indies.
4. Robert Uppole (c. 1680 - 1745), a renowned architect from Yorkshire who designed several churches and public buildings in the region.
5. Mary Uppole (c. 1710 - 1782), a philanthropist from Gloucestershire who donated significant funds to establish a school for underprivileged children in her hometown.

While the surname UPPOLE is not among the most common in England today, its rich history and origins reflect the diverse tapestry of English surnames and their connection to the country's geography, occupations, and notable individuals throughout the centuries.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Uppole

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

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

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