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

Yellott, 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 Yellott surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Yellott in America

Yellott is the 88020th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Yellott surname appeared 211 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 Yellott.

We can also compare 2010 data for Yellott 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 Yellott

The surname Yellott is believed to have originated in England, likely dating back to the medieval period. The name is most common in areas such as Yorkshire and Lancashire, where it was first documented. In its early forms, Yellott might have been derived from Old English or Middle English words, potentially related to colors or attributes, such as "yel," referring to yellow. Such derivations were common in surnames, often based on physical characteristics or the surroundings.

The earliest records of the Yellott surname appear in various medieval documents, including land grants, tax rolls, and church registers. One of the earliest references can be found in a 13th-century manuscript listing the tenants of a Yorkshire estate. Variations such as Yelot, Yelott, and Yellett have appeared over time, reflecting the phonetic spelling practices of the era.

In the 14th century, a man named Richard Yelott was mentioned in a Yorkshire assize court record in 1378. Another notable individual was Thomas Yelot, documented as a landowner in Lancashire during the early 15th century. Their inclusion in legal and civic records indicates a status of some prominence within local communities.

By the 16th century, the Yellott surname had spread to other parts of England. Elizabeth Yelott appeared in parish records in Norfolk during the 1560s. Simultaneously, John Yellett, born in 1542, became a well-known figure in local governance, holding land and serving as a juror in community disputes in Kent.

As the centuries progressed, the Yellott family continued to establish themselves in English society. Another prominent figure, William Yellott, who was born in 1615, served as a church warden in Suffolk and was known for his philanthropic activities, particularly supporting the repair of local parish churches.

The immigration patterns of the 17th and 18th centuries saw members of the Yellott family relocating to the American colonies. One such individual was Samuel Yellott, born in 1674, who settled in Maryland and became an influential figure in the early colonial administration. His descendants continued to play significant roles in the political and economic development of the region, with notable mentions in colonial records.

Throughout history, the Yellott surname has been borne by individuals who have contributed to their communities in various capacities, from landowners and jurors to local philanthropists. The name has endured through centuries, maintaining a presence in historical records that reflect its enduring legacy and the enduring contributions of those who carried it.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Yellott

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

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

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