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

Abellard, 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 Abellard surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Abellard in America

Abellard is the 64388th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Abellard surname appeared 309 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 Abellard.

We can also compare 2010 data for Abellard 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 Abellard

The surname Abellard has its origins in France, dating back to the 11th century. It is derived from the Old French name Abailard, which is believed to have evolved from the Germanic name Abagilardus. This name is thought to be a combination of the Germanic elements "aba" meaning "diminutive" and "gail" meaning "bright" or "cheerful."

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Abellard can be found in the writings of the famous 12th-century philosopher and theologian, Peter Abelard. Born in 1079 in Le Pallet, France, Peter Abelard was known for his brilliant mind and his tumultuous love affair with Heloise, which has been immortalized in literature and popular culture.

During the Middle Ages, the name Abellard was predominantly found in northern France, particularly in the regions of Normandy and Brittany. It is believed that the name may have been associated with certain noble families or landowners during this time period, although concrete records are scarce.

In the 13th century, there are records of an Abellard de Boulogne, who was a prominent knight and military commander during the reign of King Louis IX of France. He participated in several crusades and played a significant role in the conquest of Damietta in Egypt in 1249.

Another notable figure with the surname Abellard was Jean Abellard, a 16th-century French painter and sculptor from Rouen. He is best known for his intricate woodcarvings and religious sculptures, which adorned several churches and cathedrals in Normandy.

In the 18th century, the name Abellard was associated with the French philosopher and writer, Pierre Abellard. Born in 1718, he was a prominent figure in the Enlightenment movement and wrote extensively on topics such as philosophy, religion, and social reform.

As the centuries passed, variations of the name Abellard emerged, including Abelard, Abellart, and Abellarde. These spellings were often influenced by regional dialects and local pronunciations, particularly in the regions where the name was most prevalent.

While the surname Abellard is not as common today as it once was, it remains an intriguing and historically significant name, with roots that can be traced back to the medieval period in France. Its association with notable figures throughout history, from philosophers and scholars to military leaders and artists, adds to the rich tapestry of its legacy.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Abellard

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

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

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