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

Winesberry, 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 Winesberry surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Winesberry in America

Winesberry is the 133863rd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Winesberry surname appeared 126 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 Winesberry.

We can also compare 2010 data for Winesberry 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 Winesberry

The surname Winesberry is a relatively rare and evocative surname with its origins nested firmly in English soil. Documented evidence points to its roots in medieval England, possibly emerging around the 13th or 14th century. The name likely originated from a specific locale or geographic feature within a relatively localized area of the country.

Winesberry may derive from a combination of Old English words. The first part of the name, Wines, could stem from the Old English "win," meaning friend or wine, indicating a person or family either associated with the production or sale of wine or known for their friendliness. "Berry," on the other hand, is derived from the Old English "byrig," meaning a town or an enclosed settlement. Together, they might imply a settlement or family known for their association with wine or social gatherings.

Historical records hint at early mentions, though not in prominent manuscripts like the Domesday Book. A significant reference can be traced back to the Assize Rolls in the 14th century, where a John de Winesbury appeared in 1376 in Dorset. This is an indication that the name had enough local significance to be recorded in judicial proceedings.

One of the earliest recorded instances in formal documents is Thomas Winesberry of Somerset, recorded around 1437 in feudal records, highlighting the surname's burgeoning establishment. Records in parish registers from the late 16th century indicate a William Winesberry baptized in Lincolnshire in 1593, adding to the name's historical timeline.

Throughout the 17th and 18th centuries, the Winesberry family name appears sporadically in different parts of England. George Winesberry, born in 1647, was a notable figure owning considerable lands in Devon. His contributions to local agriculture are mentioned in agricultural surveys of the time.

In the 19th century, prominent records include a reverend named Richard Winesberry (1795-1852), who served in a parish in Kent, enriching local educational efforts and community development. His documented sermons and community service highlighted the family's adaptive prominence in varying societal roles.

By the early 20th century, Alexander Winesberry (1863-1931) became a respected figure in the London business community, specifically within the burgeoning railway industry. His leadership roles within several engineering firms were widely reported in industry journals of the time.

While the name Winesberry today might not be widespread, its historical footprint is marked by instances of localized prominence and societal contributions across various sectors in England. The name's fascinating etymology and rich lineage paint a vivid tapestry of English heritage and personal identity.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Winesberry

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

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

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