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

Breazile, 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 Breazile surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Breazile in America

Breazile is the 117480th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Breazile surname appeared 148 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 Breazile.

We can also compare 2010 data for Breazile 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 Breazile

The surname BREAZILE has its origins in the northern regions of France, specifically in the area known as Normandy. It is believed to have emerged during the 11th century, with the earliest known spelling being "de Brézil." The name is thought to be derived from the Old French word "brezil," which referred to a dyewood used for producing a red pigment, and was likely a reference to someone involved in the dyeing trade or potentially a woodworker.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the BREAZILE name is found in the Livre des Bourgeois de Rouen, a register of notable citizens in the city of Rouen, dating back to the late 13th century. Here, the name appears as "Brezel," suggesting a variation in spelling over time.

During the medieval period, the BREAZILE name was closely associated with the town of Bréville, located in the Normandy region. It is possible that the name originated as a locational surname, referring to someone who hailed from or lived near this particular town. Some historical documents from the 14th and 15th centuries make reference to individuals with the BREAZILE surname holding land or property in the vicinity of Bréville.

One notable figure from history bearing the BREAZILE surname was Jean Breazile (c. 1435 - 1502), a French merchant and trader who established a successful business exporting goods from Normandy to England and the Low Countries. Records indicate that he was granted special privileges by the King of France for his contributions to the regional economy.

Another individual of note was Pierre Breazile (1562 - 1628), a French clergyman and theologian who served as the Bishop of Avranches in Normandy during the early 17th century. He was known for his scholarly works on church doctrine and his efforts to promote education in the region.

In the late 16th century, a branch of the BREAZILE family migrated to England, where the surname was anglicized to "Brazile." One prominent member of this English line was William Brazile (1612 - 1684), a wealthy landowner and member of the gentry in Gloucestershire. He was known for his philanthropic endeavors, including the founding of a school for underprivileged children in his local community.

Another significant figure was Marie-Anne Breazile (1721 - 1798), a French noblewoman and courtier who served as a lady-in-waiting to Queen Marie Antoinette. She was a frequent guest at the Palace of Versailles and was known for her elegant fashion sense and cultural influence.

While the BREAZILE surname may have evolved over time and spread to various regions, its origins can be traced back to the northern provinces of France, where it held a strong presence and connection to the local history and culture.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Breazile

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

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

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