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

Wolvington, 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 Wolvington surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Wolvington in America

Wolvington is the 146201st most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Wolvington surname appeared 113 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 Wolvington.

The history of the last name Wolvington

The surname Wolvington is of English origin, likely to have appeared around the medieval period. It is believed to have originated in the central or southern regions of England, where many Anglo-Saxon settlements were established. The name likely derives from the Old English words "wulf," meaning wolf, and "tun," meaning enclosure or settlement, indicating a location associated with wolves or an area where wolves were commonly seen.

Historical references to the name can be traced back to the Domesday Book of 1086, a comprehensive survey of England commissioned by William the Conqueror. While there is no direct mention of Wolvington in the Domesday Book, the roots of the name can be found in similar place names and personal names that appear in the document. Over centuries, as surnames began to be established more formally in England, Wolvington emerged as a family name.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the surname is found in 1327 with the mention of a John de Wolvington in Worcestershire tax records. The "de" prefix indicates that John was from a settlement or region called Wolvington, suggesting that the place name predated the formal adoption of the surname.

Another significant historical reference is from the 16th century with Sir Thomas Wolvington, born in 1542 and passing in 1603. He was a noted figure in the court of Elizabeth I, serving as a minor nobleman and military officer. His contributions during the Anglo-Spanish War earned him recognition and a place in historical records.

In 1645, a Henry Wolvington is noted to have fought in the English Civil War on the side of the Parliamentarians. His activities are recorded in several military dispatches and personal letters, providing insight into the life and struggles of a soldier during this tumultuous period.

The Wolvington name also appears in records from the American colonies. A Richard Wolvington emigrated to Maryland in 1678, where he established a sizeable estate. His descendants played roles in the early development of the region and their interactions with local Native American tribes are well documented.

Finally, in the early 18th century, Anne Wolvington, born in 1701, became known for her charitable work in London. Her contributions to the founding of hospitals and care for the homeless earned her recognition in contemporary accounts and she is remembered as one of the notable philanthropists of her time.

Though relatively rare, the Wolvington surname carries with it a rich tapestry of historical significance, tracing back to early medieval England and extending across the Atlantic to the New World. The name's evolution from a descriptive place name to a family identifier highlights the dynamic nature of English onomastics.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Wolvington

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

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 Wolvington 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.

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

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