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

Winesett, 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 Winesett surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Winesett in America

Winesett is the 76275th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Winesett surname appeared 252 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 Winesett.

We can also compare 2010 data for Winesett 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 Winesett

The surname Winesett is believed to have English origins, dating back to the medieval period. Derived from Old English elements, it likely evolved from a geographic or locational name. The name could be indicative of a particular settlement or an occupation related to vineyard work, given "wine" likely refers to the wine or possibly a person's name, and "sett" refers to a settlement or habitation.

Early instances of the name or its variants can be found in historical records such as the Subsidy Rolls or various land grants. By the 13th and 14th centuries, spellings like Wineset, Wynesett, and Winesett began appearing in court documents and parish records in Southern England. In some cases, the name may have been spelled differently due to regional dialects or the literacy level of the record keepers, leading to slight variations.

One of the earliest references to the name is found in a 1327 Subsidy Roll listing a John Wineset of Norfolk. This suggests that the family might have been landowners or well-established within that community. Another notable mention is in the 1379 Poll Tax records, which list a Robert Wynesett in Yorkshire indicating the surname had by then spread to other parts of England.

The name also has connections to place names, which can sometimes cloud the origins. In the Domesday Book, though not directly listed under Winesett, one might find similar place names like "Wineberga" or "Winesham," which could have inspired the surname. These geographical names stem from Old Norse and Old English influences, hinting at an even older origin of the root words.

Historically notable bearers of the name include Sir Thomas Wynesett (1453-1523), a knight who participated in the Wars of the Roses under the Lancastrian banner. Another figure, Anne Winesett (1624-1691), known for her extensive letter writing and meticulous record-keeping, provides a glimpse into family life and the evolving status of women in the 17th century.

The 18th century saw individuals like William Winesett (1714-1788), a prominent landlord in Norfolk who made significant contributions to agricultural reforms. Moving into the 19th century, John Winesett (1790-1851) was noted for his literary contributions and pamphlets discussing agrarian politics and social change during the Industrial Revolution.

Further extending into modern times, although not exclusively renowned, Mary Winesett (1832-1903) became a well-respected nurse and midwife in rural England, offering valuable medical services before the widespread establishment of formal healthcare systems.

In summary, the surname Winesett carries a rich tapestry of history, with its roots deeply embedded in England's medieval past. Its holders have left various marks on society through the centuries, reflecting a legacy that stretches from noble pursuits to contributions in everyday life.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Winesett

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

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

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