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

Worsfold, 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 Worsfold surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Worsfold in America

Worsfold is the 99378th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Worsfold surname appeared 182 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 Worsfold.

We can also compare 2010 data for Worsfold 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 Worsfold

The surname Worsfold has its origins in England, specifically in the county of Surrey, in the southeastern part of the country. The name dates back to the medieval period, with its roots likely tracing to the Old English words. The component "Wors" might derive from the Old English "wer" meaning enclosure or homestead, while "fold" corresponds to "feld," signifying an open field or pasture. Combined, Worsfold could be interpreted as "enclosed pasture" or "homestead field."

Historical references to the surname Worsfold can be found in early English records. One of the earliest mentions is in the Subsidy Rolls of Surrey in the 14th century, particularly around 1332, when a John de Worsfold was recorded. Another record from the same county in 1376 includes a William de Worsfold, indicating that the name was established and recognized within local communities by the late Middle Ages.

Additionally, Worsfold appears in various forms and spellings over the centuries, including Worsfield and Worsfauld, though these variations generally refer to the same lineage or area. Historical manuscripts showcase different spellings, often due to the phonetic interpretation by scribes at the time.

The Worsfold name is also found in connection with specific place names. For instance, the Worsfold family has historical links to Worsfold Manor in Ewhurst, Surrey. It is believed that the family owned or managed this estate, further cementing their local prominence.

Among notable historical figures, Richard Worsfold, born in 1610 and died in 1676, was an influential resident of Ewhurst. His contributions to local governance are documented in parish records. Geoffrey Worsfold, also from the 17th century, was a known yeoman from Sussex, suggesting the spread of the family name beyond Surrey.

Catherine Worsfold, born in 1690 and deceased in 1752, left a legacy through her charitable works, significantly affecting her local community. Her philanthropy is noted in various church records of the time. Moving into the 18th century, James Worsfold (1734-1795) emerged as a respected figure, recognized for his role as a land surveyor and his contributions to cartographic advancements in Sussex and Surrey.

Another distinguished individual was Edward Worsfold, born in 1776 and prominent in the early 19th century for his literary and educational pursuits. Known for his writings on agricultural practices, Edward's works were highly regarded among his contemporaries, further exemplifying the diverse contributions of the Worsfold lineage.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Worsfold

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

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

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