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

Wyble, 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 Wyble surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Wyble in America

Wyble is the 19955th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Wyble surname appeared 1,344 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 Wyble.

We can also compare 2010 data for Wyble 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 Wyble

The surname Wyble is believed to have its origins in medieval England, dating back to the early Middle Ages. The name likely originated in the counties of Yorkshire or Lancashire, regions known for their distinctive local dialects and surnames derived from Old English and Anglo-Saxon roots.

The etymology of Wyble can be traced to the Old English word "wībel," which might describe a bend or curve in a piece of land or a natural feature such as a stream. Alternatively, it could be derived from a diminutive form of "wabda," an Old English word meaning "weaver," suggesting an origin related to the occupation of cloth-making.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the surname Wyble appears in the 13th century, in the records of Yorkshire. An individual named Roger Wyble is listed in the Poll Tax records of 1379. This document, which served as an early form of census, helps establish the antiquity and continuity of the Wyble surname in the northern regions of England.

In the 15th century, John Wyble of Lancaster is recorded in various legal documents pertaining to property ownership and local governance. His name appears in the context of land transactions and township affairs, indicating that the Wyble family had established themselves as significant local landholders during this period.

The Wyble surname continued to appear in English records into the 16th and 17th centuries. Sarah Wyble, born in 1603 in Yorkshire, married into another prominent local family and is mentioned in parish records that document her baptism and marriage rites. These records provide insight into the continuity of the Wyble name across generations in the same geographic area.

By the 18th century, the Wyble family had branched out into various trades and professions. William Wyble, born in 1745, emerged as a noted craftsman and carpenter in Lancashire. His contributions to the community, particularly in the construction of local parish churches and public buildings, have ensured that his name has been preserved in historical references.

In the 19th century, the Industrial Revolution brought significant changes to England, and the Wyble family adapted accordingly. Thomas Wyble, born in 1820, became a prominent figure in the textile industry. His innovations in fabric manufacturing processes are documented in industrial records of the time, highlighting the family's continued association with weaving and textile production.

Throughout these centuries, the Wyble surname demonstrates a clear lineage and evolution, from its medieval origins to its various notable bearers who made significant contributions to their communities. The name carried with it associations of land, craftsmanship, and industriousness, reflecting the changing times and contexts in which the Wyble family lived.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Wyble

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

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

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