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

Wyrick, 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 Wyrick surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Wyrick in America

Wyrick is the 5444th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Wyrick surname appeared 6,391 times in the 2010 census and if you were to sample 100,000 people in the United States, approximately 2 people would have the surname Wyrick.

We can also compare 2010 data for Wyrick 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 Wyrick

The surname Wyrick has its origins in England, dating back to the Middle Ages. It is believed to have derived from the Old English words "wic," meaning a dwelling or village, and "ric," meaning powerful or wealthy. This suggests that the name was originally borne by someone who resided in an important or influential village or town.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name can be found in the Domesday Book of 1086, where it appears as "Wicric." This early record suggests that the surname was already established in parts of England by the late 11th century.

During the 13th and 14th centuries, the name was often spelled as "Wyryk" or "Wyryke," reflecting the regional variations in pronunciation and spelling that existed at the time. Some historical documents from this period mention individuals with the surname living in counties such as Yorkshire, Lincolnshire, and Norfolk.

In the 15th century, the spelling "Wyrick" became more common, and the name began to spread to other parts of England. One notable individual from this time was John Wyrick, a merchant and landowner from Nottinghamshire, who lived from around 1450 to 1525.

As the centuries passed, the Wyrick surname continued to be well-established in various regions of England. In the 17th century, records show a Thomas Wyrick, born in 1645, who was a prominent farmer and landowner in Gloucestershire.

The 18th century saw the rise of William Wyrick, a successful businessman and entrepreneur from Lancashire, who lived from 1725 to 1798. He was known for his involvement in the textile trade and his contributions to the local community.

In the 19th century, the name Wyrick gained further prominence with individuals such as James Wyrick (1810-1882), a renowned architect from Yorkshire who designed several notable buildings in the region.

Another notable figure was Elizabeth Wyrick (1845-1922), a philanthropist and social reformer from Oxfordshire, known for her work in improving the living conditions of the poor and promoting education.

Throughout its history, the surname Wyrick has been associated with various occupations and social standings, from landowners and merchants to professionals and community leaders. While its origins can be traced back to the Middle Ages in England, the name has since spread across the globe, carried by individuals and families who have contributed to the rich tapestry of human endeavor.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Wyrick

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

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

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