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

Beauvil, 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 Beauvil surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Beauvil in America

Beauvil is the 86981st most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Beauvil surname appeared 214 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 Beauvil.

We can also compare 2010 data for Beauvil 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 Beauvil

The surname BEAUVIL originated in France during the medieval period, specifically in the region of Normandy. It is derived from the Old French words "beau," meaning beautiful, and "vil," meaning village or town. The name likely referred to someone who resided in a particularly scenic or picturesque village or town.

BEAUVIL can be traced back to the 11th century, with some of the earliest recorded instances appearing in Norman records and manuscripts. One notable mention is found in the Domesday Book, a comprehensive survey of England and its inhabitants conducted in 1086 by order of William the Conqueror. This suggests that individuals bearing the surname BEAUVIL may have accompanied William during the Norman Conquest of England in 1066.

In the 13th century, there are records of a family named BEAUVIL residing in the village of Beauville, located in the French region of Normandy. This place name is likely related to the surname's origins, as it shares a similar spelling and meaning.

One of the earliest recorded individuals with the surname BEAUVIL was Raoul de BEAUVIL, a Norman nobleman who lived in the late 12th century. Another notable figure was Jeanne BEAUVIL, a French poet and author who lived during the 15th century, known for her works on courtly love and chivalry.

During the 16th century, a prominent member of the BEAUVIL family was Guillaume BEAUVIL (1510-1585), a French military commander who served under King Henry II and played a significant role in the Italian Wars. In the 17th century, Louis BEAUVIL (1620-1693) was a renowned French architect who designed several notable buildings in Paris, including the Church of Saint-Sulpice.

Another influential figure was Marie-Thérèse BEAUVIL (1718-1789), a French noblewoman and philanthropist who established several schools and hospitals during her lifetime. In the 19th century, Émile BEAUVIL (1845-1921) was a French artist and painter known for his landscapes and portraiture.

Overall, the surname BEAUVIL has a rich history dating back to the medieval period in France, with its roots firmly planted in the Norman region. It has been borne by individuals from various walks of life, including nobility, military leaders, artists, and writers, leaving an indelible mark on the cultural and historical fabric of France and beyond.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Beauvil

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

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

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