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

Warmsley, 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 Warmsley surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Warmsley in America

Warmsley is the 70645th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Warmsley surname appeared 277 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 Warmsley.

We can also compare 2010 data for Warmsley 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 Warmsley

The surname Warmsley is of English origin, derived from the Old English words 'wearm' meaning warm and 'leah' meaning a meadow or clearing. It first emerged in the 11th century, referring to someone who lived near a warm meadow or clearing.

One of the earliest known records of the name dates back to the Domesday Book of 1086, where it appears as 'Warmesleah'. This entry suggests the name was already well-established in parts of southern England by the late 11th century.

As the name evolved over time, various spellings emerged, including Warmeslie, Warmesleigh, and Warmsley. Some of the earliest references to these variations can be found in medieval records from counties like Gloucestershire and Wiltshire.

One notable bearer of the name was Sir John Warmsley (1547-1621), a member of the English gentry from Gloucestershire. He served as a Member of Parliament and was known for his involvement in local politics and community affairs.

Another prominent figure was Reverend Thomas Warmsley (1612-1665), an English clergyman who served as the Vicar of Stratton in Wiltshire during the mid-17th century. He was recognized for his contributions to religious education and community service.

In the 18th century, the name can be found associated with the Warmsley Manor in Gloucestershire, which was owned by the Warmsley family for several generations. This further emphasizes the name's roots in the region.

The 19th century saw the emergence of Samuel Warmsley (1819-1892), a renowned English architect who designed several notable buildings in London and other parts of the country.

Another notable bearer was Mary Warmsley (1855-1932), a pioneering educator and advocate for women's rights. She played a significant role in establishing educational opportunities for women in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

While the name Warmsley is not among the most common surnames today, its rich history and origins can be traced back to the medieval period in England, where it was closely associated with specific regions and families.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Warmsley

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

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

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