2000
#150,436
National surname rank
Recorded bearers 100
First available Census row
Per 100,000 0.04
Very Rare Last name
Wrixon
A locational surname referring to someone from the village of Wrixon in Somerset, England.
According to the 2020 US Census Bureau surname tables, roughly 122 Americans carry the last name Wrixon. That puts it at #152,339 in the national surname ranking, appearing at a frequency of 0.04 per 100,000 people (about 1 in 2,809,462 residents).
This page is the full Name Census profile for the Wrixon surname. You will find the Census Bureau frequency data, a multi-census history view, an ancestry and ethnicity breakdown based on self-reported demographics, the name's meaning and origin where available, and answers to the most common questions people ask about this surname.
For British records, Name Census UK has a British surname profile for Wrixon with 1881 census detail, origin facts and modern UK distribution where available.
Bearers in the US
122
1 in 2,809,462
Census rank
#152,339
2020 decennial data
Per 100,000
0.0
Frequency rate
Recorded bearers
106
very rare in the US
Popularity narrative
The Census Bureau recorded 106 bearers of the surname Wrixon in its 2020 decennial surname file. At a rate of 0.04 per 100,000 residents, it holds the 152339th position in the national surname ranking.
Among Census respondents with the surname Wrixon, the largest self-reported group is White at 85.8%. The next largest groups are Hispanic (6.6%) and Two or More Races (3.8%).
Origin
Meaning and origin of Wrixon
The surname Wrixon has its origins in England, dating back to the Middle Ages. The name is believed to have originated in the southwestern counties of England, particularly Devon and Dorset. It is derived from the Old English elements "Wricc" or "Wrigg," which denote someone who is twisted or deformed, combined with the suffix "son," indicating "son of." This would make Wrixon a patronymic surname, signifying "son of Wricc" or "son of Wrigg."
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name can be traced back to the 13th century. Historical records, such as tax rolls and legal documents, refer to individuals bearing the name in various spellings. For instance, a Wrixon appears in the Subsidy Rolls of Devonshire in 1332, highlighting the name's presence in written records from medieval England. Variations of the name have included Wrekson, Wrogson, and Wricksone, each reflecting the phonetic spelling conventions of the time.
The Wrixon surname is not extensively recorded in major historical documents like the Domesday Book, which predates the surname by a few centuries. However, the name begins to appear more frequently in ecclesiastical and civic records from the 16th and 17th centuries. One notable early Wrixon is Thomas Wrixon, who served as a Member of Parliament for Wareham in 1547. His contributions to local governance mark him as a figure of some significance in his community.
In the 18th century, the Wrixon name emerges more prominently. For example, Sir Edward Wrixon Becher (1753-1810) served as an Irish politician and held the title of Baronet, a hereditary honor that reflects both social standing and influence. The Irish branch of the Wrixon family gained distinction during this period, with members often involved in political and military affairs.
Another significant figure is William Wrixon-Becher (1780-1850), an Irish politician who served as a Member of Parliament for Mallow. He was known for his contributions to the Catholic Emancipation movement, playing a role in the broader political reforms taking place in Ireland during the early 19th century. His efforts helped pave the way for greater religious tolerance and legal rights for Catholics in Ireland.
Later in the 19th century, Sir Frederick Wrixon-Becher (1829-1896) followed in his family's footsteps, serving as an officer in the British Army and attaining the rank of Colonel. His military career spanned several important conflicts, showcasing the continued presence of the Wrixon name in spheres of influence and leadership.
Another noteworthy individual is George St John Wrixon-Becher (1860-1947), an Irish landowner and sportsman who contributed to the social and cultural life of his time. His activities, both in land management and in supporting local sporting events, highlight the diverse roles that members of the Wrixon family played throughout history.
The evolution of the Wrixon surname over the centuries demonstrates a dynamic interplay of etymology, geography, and social status. From its medieval English roots to its prominence in Irish politics and military service, the name Wrixon encapsulates a rich tapestry of historical narratives and familial achievements.
Demographics
Ancestry and ethnicity for Wrixon
Among Census respondents with the surname Wrixon, the largest self-reported group is White at 85.8%. The next largest groups are Hispanic (6.6%) and Two or More Races (3.8%).
The bar chart below shows how Wrixon bearers described their own race and ethnicity on the 2020 Census form. The Census Bureau groups responses into six broad categories: White, Black or African American, Hispanic or Latino, Asian and Pacific Islander, American Indian and Alaska Native, and Two or More Races. When a category has too few respondents for a given surname, the Bureau suppresses the figure to protect individual privacy, which is why some names show fewer than six slices.
Percentages are shown for every Census year so the breakdown stays comparable over time. When the source file also includes raw headcounts, Name Census shows those alongside the percentages in the legend.
Keep in mind that these are self-reported numbers. A person's surname does not determine their race or ethnicity, and the distribution you see here reflects the specific population who happened to carry the Wrixon surname at the time of the 2020 Census, not any inherent property of the name itself.
- White85.8% · 91
- Hispanic or Latino6.6% · 7
- Two or more races3.8% · 4
- Black or African American1.9% · 2
- Asian and Pacific Islander0.9% · 1
- American Indian and Alaska Native0.9% · 1
Timeline
Historical Census data for Wrixon
Wrixon appears in 3 published Census surname files: 2000, 2010, 2020. The cards below show how the name's rank and bearer count changed across each release.
2010
#152,628
National surname rank
Recorded bearers 107
+7 bearers (+7.0%)
Per 100,000 0.04
Rank movement Down 2,192 places
2020
#152,339
National surname rank
Recorded bearers 106
-1 bearers (-0.9%)
Per 100,000 0.04
Rank movement Up 289 places
| Year | Rank | Count | Per 100K | Count change | Rank change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | #150,436 | 100 | 0.04 | First available Census row | First available Census row |
| 2010 | #152,628 | 107 | 0.04 | +7 bearers (+7.0%) | Down 2,192 places |
| 2020 | #152,339 | 106 | 0.04 | -1 bearers (-0.9%) | Up 289 places |
For 2020, the Census Bureau published race and Hispanic-origin columns as counts rather than percentages. Name Census converts those counts back into shares so the ancestry section stays comparable with the older surname files.
Year on year
2010 vs 2020 Census
How has the Wrixon surname changed between Census years? The chart shows bearer count side by side, and the table compares rank, count, and frequency.
Census year comparison
20102020
| Metric | 2010 | 2020 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #152,628 | #152,339 | 0.2% |
| Count | 107 | 106 | -0.9% |
| Per 100K | 0.04 | 0.04 | -11.3% |
Between the 2010 and 2020 Census, the number of Wrixon bearers went from 107 to 106 (-0.9% change). The surname moved up 289 positions in the national ranking, going from #152,628 to #152,339.
FAQ
Wrixon surname: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. have the surname Wrixon?
Name Census estimates that about 122 living Americans carry the surname Wrixon. Using the current population baseline, that works out to roughly 1 in 2,809,462 residents.
How common is Wrixon?
Wrixon ranks #152,339 in the 2020 Census surname tables and is classified on this site as "Very Rare." The Census recorded the name at a frequency of 0.04 per 100,000 residents, which is about 0 people out of every 100,000.
How many people with this surname were counted in the Census?
The raw 2020 Census file counted 106 people with the surname Wrixon. That is different from the site's living-bearer estimate (122), which projects the surname's present-day count by applying the Census frequency rate to the current U.S. population.
What does 0.04 per 100,000 actually mean?
It is the Census Bureau's normalized frequency measure. A rate of 0.04 per 100,000 means that if you picked a random group of 100,000 U.S. residents, you would expect about 0 of them to have the surname Wrixon.
Has Wrixon become more or less common over time?
Between 2010 and 2020, the surname Wrixon went from 107 recorded bearers to 106. That is a decrease of 1 (-0.9%). In the national ranking it rose from #152,628 to #152,339.
What does the Census say about the background of Wrixon?
Among Census respondents with the surname Wrixon, the largest self-reported group is White at 85.8%. The next largest groups are Hispanic (6.6%) and Two or More Races (3.8%). These figures come from the 2020 Census Bureau surname tables, based on how respondents described their own race and ethnicity.
Which group reports this surname most often?
White is the largest self-reported group for the surname Wrixon in the 2020 Census, accounting for 85.8% (91 people in the source table).
What is the full ancestry breakdown?
Wrixon appears across multiple self-reported groups in the Census data. The largest shares in the 2020 file are White (85.8%), Hispanic (6.6%), Two or More Races (3.8%). For 2020, the source file also published raw headcounts for each group, which is why this page can show both percentages and counts in the ancestry section.
Is this page using the latest Census data?
Yes. This page is using the latest surname file currently loaded on Name Census, which is 2020. The historical section above also keeps any older Census surname entries we have for Wrixon (2000, 2010, 2020).
Does the Census include every surname?
No. The Census Bureau only publishes surnames that appeared at least 100 times in a given decennial Census. That means very rare surnames are excluded entirely, and a surname can appear in one Census release but disappear from a later one if it falls below the reporting threshold.
Why don't the ancestry percentages always add up to exactly 100%?
There are two main reasons: rounding and suppression. The Census Bureau rounds published values, and it may suppress very small cells to protect privacy. For 2020, the Bureau also published raw group counts rather than direct percentages, so Name Census converts those counts back into shares for comparability across census years.
What does Wrixon mean?
A locational surname referring to someone from the village of Wrixon in Somerset, England. The fuller origin note on this page goes into more detail.
Where does the surname data come from?
All surname statistics on Name Census are drawn from the US Census Bureau's decennial surname frequency tables. These files list every surname that appeared 100 or more times in the 2020 Census, along with a count, a per-100,000 rate, and a self-reported demographic breakdown. You can read the full explanation on our methodology page.
How does Name Census estimate living bearers?
For surnames, Name Census does not age cohorts the way it does for first names. Instead, it takes the Census Bureau's published frequency for Wrixon (0.04 per 100,000) and applies that rate to the current U.S. resident population to estimate how many living Americans have the surname today.
How many people are called Wrixon?
If you just want to know how common the surname Wrixon is, HowManyOfMe.org gives you the headline number in one glance.