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

Usey, 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 Usey surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Usey in America

Usey is the 64721st most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Usey surname appeared 307 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 Usey.

We can also compare 2010 data for Usey 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 Usey

The surname USEY originates from England, with its earliest recorded origins dating back to the 16th century. It is believed to have derived from the Old English word "usigg," which translates to "sedge" or "rushes," referring to areas where these water plants grew abundantly. This suggests that the name may have initially been associated with individuals who lived near marshy or wetland regions.

One of the earliest documented instances of the USEY surname appears in the parish records of St. Mary's Church in the village of Bocking, Essex, in 1563. The record mentions a John Usey who was baptized in that year. Over time, the name underwent slight variations in spelling, with alternative forms such as Usy, Usie, and Ussey being documented in various regions of England.

In the Domesday Book of 1086, a comprehensive record of landowners and tenants in England commissioned by William the Conqueror, there is no direct mention of the USEY name. However, it is possible that the name's origins can be traced back to this period or even earlier, as many surnames emerged from nicknames or occupations during that era.

One notable individual bearing the USEY surname was Sir John Usey, a prominent merchant and civic leader in the city of Bristol during the 17th century. Born in 1623, he served as the Mayor of Bristol from 1681 to 1682 and was actively involved in the city's trade and governance.

Another figure of historical significance was Thomas Usey, a English Puritan minister born in 1590. He was known for his sermons and writings, which advocated for religious reform and held considerable influence among Puritans of his time.

In the 18th century, William Usey (1712-1786) gained recognition as a talented engraver and printmaker. His works included portraits, landscapes, and illustrations for various publications, contributing to the artistic culture of Georgian England.

The USEY surname also had a presence in the literary world, with Mary Usey (1829-1901), an English writer and poet who published several collections of poems and works of fiction during the Victorian era.

Furthermore, the name has been associated with certain place names in England, such as Usey Farm, a historic farmstead located in the county of Gloucestershire, which may have derived its name from individuals bearing the USEY surname who once inhabited or owned the land.

Throughout its history, the USEY surname has maintained a modest yet notable presence across various regions of England, with individuals contributing to various fields and leaving their mark on the cultural and social fabric of the country.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Usey

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

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

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