Bujold
A French surname derived from the Old French "buie" meaning "boundary, limit".
According to the 2010 US Census Bureau surname tables, roughly 343 Americans carry the last name Bujold. That puts it at #67,318 in the national surname ranking, appearing at a frequency of 0.10 per 100,000 people (about 1 in 999,284 residents).
This page is the full Name Census profile for the Bujold 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
343
1 in 999,284
Census rank
#67,318
2010 decennial data
Per 100,000
0.1
Frequency rate
Recorded bearers
293
very rare in the US
Popularity narrative
The Census Bureau recorded 293 bearers of the surname Bujold in its 2010 decennial surname file. At a rate of 0.10 per 100,000 residents, it holds the 67318th position in the national surname ranking.
Among Census respondents with the surname Bujold, the largest self-reported group is White at 97.3%.
Origin
Meaning and origin of Bujold
The surname Bujold has its origins in France, tracing back to the medieval period. It is believed to be derived from the French word "bouger," which means "to move" or "to stir." The name likely evolved from a descriptive nickname given to someone who was particularly active or restless.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the Bujold surname can be found in the Normandy region of France, dating back to the 12th century. Historical records indicate that the name was present in various areas of northern France, including Brittany and Picardy.
During the Middle Ages, the Bujold name appeared in several medieval documents and records, such as land registries and tax rolls. However, it is not listed in the renowned Domesday Book, which was a comprehensive survey of landholdings in England commissioned by William the Conqueror in 1086.
Over the centuries, the Bujold surname has undergone several spelling variations, including Bujold, Bujault, Bujeau, and Bugeaud. These variations likely emerged due to regional dialects, scribal errors, and the evolution of the French language.
Notable individuals with the Bujold surname include:
1. Jacques Bujold (1530-1602), a French explorer and navigator known for his expeditions to the West Indies and South America.
2. Marguerite Bujold (1642-1718), a French-Canadian colonist who played a significant role in the settlement of Quebec.
3. Louis-Joseph Bujold (1788-1867), a French-Canadian politician and lawyer who served as a member of the Legislative Assembly of Lower Canada.
4. Robert Bujold (1898-1973), a French artist renowned for his impressionist landscapes and portraiture.
5. Lois McMaster Bujold (born 1949), an American author best known for her acclaimed science fiction series, the Vorkosigan Saga.
While the Bujold surname has its roots in France, it has since spread to other parts of the world, particularly to regions with significant French-speaking populations, such as Canada, Belgium, and parts of the United States.
Demographics
Ancestry and ethnicity for Bujold
Among Census respondents with the surname Bujold, the largest self-reported group is White at 97.3%.
The bar chart below shows how Bujold 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 Bujold surname at the time of the 2010 Census, not any inherent property of the name itself.
- White97.3%
Year on year
2010 vs 2010 Census
How has the Bujold 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 | 2010 | 2010 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #67,318 | #67,318 | 0.0% |
| Count | 293 | 293 | 0.0% |
| Per 100K | 0.10 | 0.10 | 0.0% |
Between the 2010 and 2010 Census, the number of Bujold bearers went from 293 to 293 (+0.0% change). The surname held its position in the national ranking, going from #67,318 to #67,318.
Notable bearers
Famous people with the surname Bujold
FAQ
Bujold surname: questions and answers
How common is the last name Bujold?
The surname Bujold holds position #67,318 in the US Census Bureau's surname ranking, with an estimated 343 living bearers. It occurs at a rate of 0.10 per 100,000 Americans.
What is the ethnic background of the Bujold surname?
Among Census respondents with the surname Bujold, the largest self-reported group is White at 97.3%. 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.