Ainge
Derived from a Middle English nickname meaning "aged" or "old," likely referring to an elderly person.
According to the 2010 US Census Bureau surname tables, roughly 308 Americans carry the last name Ainge. That puts it at #76,533 in the national surname ranking, appearing at a frequency of 0.09 per 100,000 people (about 1 in 1,112,839 residents).
This page is the full Name Census profile for the Ainge surname. You will find the Census Bureau frequency data, an ancestry and ethnicity breakdown based on self-reported demographics, the name's meaning and origin where available, and answers to the most common questions people ask about this surname.
Bearers in the US
308
1 in 1,112,839
Census rank
#76,533
2010 decennial data
Per 100,000
0.1
Frequency rate
Recorded bearers
251
very rare in the US
Popularity narrative
The Census Bureau recorded 251 bearers of the surname Ainge in its 2010 decennial surname file. At a rate of 0.09 per 100,000 residents, it holds the 76533rd position in the national surname ranking.
Among Census respondents with the surname Ainge, the largest self-reported group is White at 92.8%. The next largest groups are Two or More Races (3.2%) and Hispanic (2.0%).
Origin
Meaning and origin of Ainge
The surname AINGE is of English origin, believed to have originated in the county of Yorkshire during the medieval period. It is thought to be a locational name derived from a place name, possibly from the village of Aing or Ainge near Skipton in West Yorkshire.
The earliest known record of the surname AINGE dates back to the 13th century, when it appeared in various forms such as Aynge, Aynghe, and Ayngges. These early spellings reflect the evolution of the name over time, as surnames were often spelled phonetically in those days.
One of the earliest documented instances of the AINGE surname can be found in the Yorkshire Poll Tax returns of 1379, which recorded a Richard Aynge residing in the village of Kettlewell. This provides evidence that the name had established roots in the Yorkshire region by the late 14th century.
During the 16th century, the AINGE surname appears in several historical records, including the Parish Registers of Yorkshire. Notable bearers of the name from this period include John Aynge, who was baptized in Kirklington in 1567, and Robert Aynge, whose marriage to Elizabeth Browne was recorded in Topcliffe in 1590.
In the 17th century, the AINGE family expanded their presence beyond Yorkshire, with records showing instances of the name in other parts of England. One notable figure was William Ainge, a prominent merchant and landowner born in Doncaster in 1632.
The 18th century saw several AINGE individuals achieve notable positions, including Reverend John Ainge (1707-1784), who served as the vicar of Coxwold in North Yorkshire, and William Ainge (1745-1815), a respected landowner and farmer in the village of Kirkbymoorside.
As the AINGE surname spread across England, it also found its way to other parts of the world through migration and immigration. In the 19th century, James Ainge (1801-1859), a farmer from Yorkshire, emigrated to Canada and settled in the province of Ontario, becoming one of the earliest bearers of the name in North America.
Throughout its history, the AINGE surname has been associated with various professions and fields, from clergy and landowners to merchants and farmers. While not as widely recognized as some other English surnames, it has a rich history spanning several centuries and a strong connection to its Yorkshire roots.
Demographics
Ancestry and ethnicity for Ainge
Among Census respondents with the surname Ainge, the largest self-reported group is White at 92.8%. The next largest groups are Two or More Races (3.2%) and Hispanic (2.0%).
The bar chart below shows how Ainge bearers described their own race and ethnicity on the 2010 Census form. The Census Bureau groups responses into six broad categories: White, Black or African American, Hispanic or Latino, Asian and Pacific Islander, American Indian and Alaska Native, and Two or More Races. When a category has too few respondents for a given surname, the Bureau suppresses the figure to protect individual privacy, which is why some names show fewer than six slices.
Keep in mind that these are self-reported numbers. A person's surname does not determine their race or ethnicity, and the distribution you see here reflects the specific population who happened to carry the Ainge surname at the time of the 2010 Census, not any inherent property of the name itself.
- White92.8%
- Two or more races3.2%
- Unknown or suppressed2.0%
- Hispanic or Latino2.0%
Year on year
2000 vs 2010 Census
How has the Ainge surname changed between Census years? The chart shows bearer count side by side, and the table compares rank, count, and frequency.
Census year comparison
| Metric | 2000 | 2010 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #73,154 | #76,533 | -4.6% |
| Count | 247 | 251 | 1.6% |
| Per 100K | 0.09 | 0.09 | 0.0% |
Between the 2000 and 2010 Census, the number of Ainge bearers went from 247 to 251 (+1.6% change). The surname moved down 3,379 positions in the national ranking, going from #73,154 to #76,533.
Notable bearers
Famous people with the surname Ainge
FAQ
Ainge surname: questions and answers
How common is the last name Ainge?
The surname Ainge holds position #76,533 in the US Census Bureau's surname ranking, with an estimated 308 living bearers. It occurs at a rate of 0.09 per 100,000 Americans.
What is the ethnic background of the Ainge surname?
Among Census respondents with the surname Ainge, the largest self-reported group is White at 92.8%. The next largest groups are Two or More Races (3.2%) and Hispanic (2.0%). These figures come from the 2010 Census Bureau surname tables, based on how respondents described their own race and ethnicity.
Where does this surname data come from?
All surname statistics on Name Census are drawn from the US Census Bureau's decennial surname frequency tables. These tables list every surname that appeared 100 or more times in the 2010 Census, along with a frequency rate and self-reported demographic breakdown. You can read the full explanation on our methodology page.