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

Beliard, 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 Beliard surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Beliard in America

Beliard is the 121590th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Beliard surname appeared 142 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 Beliard.

We can also compare 2010 data for Beliard 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 Beliard

The surname Beliard originates from France, with its roots dating back to the 11th century. It is believed to have derived from the Old French words "bel" meaning "beautiful" and "ard" signifying a person's physical or character traits. This suggests the name may have initially referred to an attractive or handsome individual.

One of the earliest recorded references to the Beliard name can be found in the Cartulaire de l'abbaye de Cercamp, a medieval manuscript dating back to 1150. The document mentions a landowner named Radulfus Beliard, who held properties in the Picardy region of northern France.

In the 13th century, the name appeared in various forms, including Belliard, Beliart, and Beliart. These variations likely stemmed from regional dialects and the evolving nature of language over time.

Historical records indicate that the Beliard family played a significant role in the Hundred Years' War between England and France, from 1337 to 1453. One notable figure was Jean Beliard (1380-1445), a French knight who fought alongside Joan of Arc and was renowned for his bravery on the battlefield.

Another prominent individual bearing the Beliard name was Jacques Beliard (1520-1585), a French theologian and philosopher who authored several influential works on religious doctrine and moral philosophy.

During the Renaissance period, the name Beliard gained recognition in the arts. Pierre Beliard (1625-1695) was a renowned painter and engraver, whose works were celebrated for their intricate details and realistic depictions of landscapes and portraits.

In the 18th century, the Beliard family established itself in the military ranks. Louis-François Beliard (1745-1823) was a French general who served under Napoleon Bonaparte and played a crucial role in several major battles, including the Battle of Austerlitz.

Throughout the centuries, the Beliard name has been associated with various noble families across France, with some members holding prominent positions in government, academia, and the arts. While the name may have evolved in spelling and pronunciation over time, its origins and historical significance remain deeply rooted in French culture and heritage.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Beliard

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

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

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