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

Yarling, 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 Yarling surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Yarling in America

Yarling is the 120187th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Yarling surname appeared 144 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 Yarling.

We can also compare 2010 data for Yarling 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 Yarling

The surname Yarling finds its origins in medieval England, dating back to the Middle Ages, approximately between the 11th and 15th centuries. It is primarily associated with the regions of Northumberland and Yorkshire in northern England. The name Yarling is believed to be derived from the Old Norse or Old English, with components that suggest a topographical or locational meaning.

The name seemingly originates from the Old English word "Geard" which means "enclosure" or "yard," combined with the suffix "-ling," which often indicated belonging or association. Hence, Yarling could denote someone who lived near or worked at an enclosed area, such as a yard or fenced-off place. Alternatively, it could also be connected to the Old Norse word "Jarl," meaning "nobleman," though this connection is more speculative.

Historical records first mention the name Yarling in the late 12th century. One of the earliest instances appears in 1195 in the pipe rolls, or financial records, of Northumberland. The manuscript noted a Richard de Yarling as a landowner, marking a notable early reference to the surname.

By the 14th century, the surname appeared in more formal records. John Yarling, born in 1320 and recorded in the Poll Tax Rolls of 1379 in Yorkshire, seems to be one of the earliest individuals officially documented with the name. He was described as a "yeoman," indicating his status as a freeholder of land.

Another significant figure includes Margaret Yarling, born in 1475 and documented in the wills and probate records of York in 1524. Her family seemed to have been moderately influential, owning modest landholdings in the region.

The 16th century introduces William Yarling, born in 1530 in Northumberland, a merchant who expanded trade routes between England and the Low Countries. His ventures were documented in letters addressed to the Merchant Adventurers' Guild, dated 1572.

In the 17th century, Henry Yarling, born in 1605, became notable for his involvement in the English Civil War. Records from 1643 indicate he served as a captain in the Parliamentary forces, and his correspondence provides insights into the military strategies of that era.

Lastly, the 18th century highlights Sarah Yarling, born in 1722 and a poet whose works were posthumously published in 1785. Her poetry, reflecting the bucolic lifestyle of Yorkshire, provides valuable cultural insights into rural England of her time.

Overall, the surname Yarling holds a rich history, deeply rooted in the northern counties of England, reflecting both agricultural and noble associations. Its bearers have played diverse roles throughout historic periods, contributing to England's cultural and social tapestry.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Yarling

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

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

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