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

Wimbush, 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 Wimbush surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Wimbush in America

Wimbush is the 14612th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Wimbush surname appeared 2,037 times in the 2010 census and if you were to sample 100,000 people in the United States, approximately 1 people would have the surname Wimbush.

We can also compare 2010 data for Wimbush 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 Wimbush

The surname Wimbush has its origins in England, tracing back to the medieval period. It is believed to be a locational name derived from the village of Wimbotsham, located in Norfolk. The name Wimbotsham itself is thought to be derived from the Old English words "win-burg" and "ham," meaning "dwelling by the wine hill."

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Wimbush appears in the Domesday Book of 1086, where it is listed as "Winebodeham." This suggests that the name was already well-established in Norfolk by the late 11th century.

During the 13th century, the name appeared in various records with spellings such as "Wynbotesham" and "Wynbodisham." These variations reflect the evolution of the name over time and the influence of local dialects.

In the 16th century, notable individuals with the surname Wimbush included John Wimbush, a merchant from Norfolk who was born around 1520. He was involved in trade with the Netherlands and is mentioned in several historical records from that time.

Another early bearer of the name was William Wimbush, a landowner from Suffolk who lived during the late 16th and early 17th centuries. Records indicate that he was involved in local governance and held positions of authority in his community.

The 17th century saw the emergence of a notable family of Wimbushes in Lincolnshire. Thomas Wimbush (1630-1709) was a successful businessman and landowner who owned several estates in the area. His son, also named Thomas Wimbush (1670-1746), followed in his footsteps and further expanded the family's holdings.

In the 18th century, a branch of the Wimbush family settled in Yorkshire. One of the most prominent members was Sir John Wimbush (1745-1823), a successful merchant and philanthropist who served as Lord Mayor of York in 1798. He was knighted for his contributions to the city and his charitable endeavors.

Another notable figure was Sir Richard Wimbush (1790-1869), a military officer who served in the British Army during the Napoleonic Wars. He rose to the rank of Lieutenant General and was awarded several honors for his bravery and leadership on the battlefield.

Throughout its history, the surname Wimbush has been associated with various professions, including agriculture, commerce, and military service. While the name may have evolved in its spelling over the centuries, its roots can be traced back to the rural landscapes of medieval England.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Wimbush

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

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

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