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

Yelvington, 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 Yelvington surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Yelvington in America

Yelvington is the 33241st most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Yelvington surname appeared 688 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 Yelvington.

We can also compare 2010 data for Yelvington 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 Yelvington

The surname Yelvington has its origins in England, dating back to the medieval period. The name is believed to derive from a geographical location or a settlement in Yorkshire or surrounding counties. It appears to have evolved from older place names, most likely incorporating Old English elements such as "gelofa," meaning belief, and "tun," meaning settlement or enclosure.

Early references to the name can be found in medieval manuscripts and records. One of the earliest recorded examples is Thomas de Yelvington, listed in the Poll Tax Records of Yorkshire in 1379. Another significant mention is in the Feet of Fines for Essex in 1452, where a William Yelvington is noted. These historical records suggest that the name was well-established in England by the 14th and 15th centuries.

The name Yelvington appears to have several variations and similar spellings in historical documents, including Yelveton and Yelfington. These variations point to the fluid nature of spelling in medieval England, often influenced by dialects and phonetic interpretations by scribes.

Famous individuals with the surname Yelvington include John Yelvington, a noted landowner in the 1600s, whose estate transactions are recorded in the Chancery Rolls. Another prominent figure is Reverend Henry Yelvington, born in 1745, known for his contributions to ecclesiastical life in Northamptonshire. Elizabeth Yelvington, born in 1812, made her mark as an early advocate for women's suffrage in Lancashire, reflecting the family's diverse achievements.

By the 19th century, the surname had spread beyond England, with individuals like George Yelvington, born in 1829, who emigrated to the United States and became a prominent figure in the agricultural development of Ohio. Another notable person is Richard Yelvington, born in 1798, who served as a Member of Parliament and played a role in local governance in Yorkshire.

In summary, the surname Yelvington has a rich history rooted in medieval England, with references to its usage dating back several centuries. The name has evolved in spelling and geographic distribution, with notable bearers making significant contributions in various fields through the ages.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Yelvington

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

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

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