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

Cardet, 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 Cardet surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Cardet in America

Cardet is the 95545th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Cardet surname appeared 191 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 Cardet.

We can also compare 2010 data for Cardet 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 Cardet

The surname Cardet has its origins in France, with roots dating back to the Middle Ages. It is believed to be derived from the Old French word "carde," which means "teasel," a plant used in the textile industry for combing and raising the nap of woolen cloth. This connection suggests that early bearers of the Cardet name may have been associated with the textile trade or related occupations.

One of the earliest recorded references to the Cardet name can be found in the "Livre des Métiers" (Book of Trades), a 13th-century document detailing the regulations and practices of various professions in Paris. It mentions individuals with variations of the name, such as Cardeor and Cardeur, indicating their involvement in the textile industry.

In the 14th century, the name Cardet appeared in records from the region of Burgundy, where it was often spelled as "Cardet" or "Carday." During this time, the name was closely linked to the village of Cardet, located in the department of Saône-et-Loire, suggesting that some early bearers of the name may have originated from or resided in this area.

Notable individuals with the Cardet surname include Jean Cardet (1532-1609), a French philosopher and theologian who wrote extensively on religious matters during the Reformation. Another noteworthy figure was Pierre Cardet (1678-1744), a French architect and engineer known for his work on the Château de Versailles and other prominent buildings in Paris.

In the 18th century, the Cardet name gained prominence with the birth of Antoine Cardet (1722-1792), a French economist and political theorist who advocated for free trade policies and influenced the ideas of the Physiocratic school of thought. His works, such as "Essai sur la Nature du Commerce" (Essay on the Nature of Commerce), were widely read and discussed during the Enlightenment period.

Moving into the 19th century, Louis Cardet (1814-1876) was a notable French painter known for his landscapes and genre scenes. His works were exhibited at the prestigious Paris Salon and can be found in various art collections throughout France.

It's worth noting that while the Cardet surname has French origins, it has since spread to other regions and countries due to migration and various historical events. However, the name's roots can be traced back to the textile industry and the Old French language, making it a fascinating example of how surnames often reflect the occupations and geographic locations of their early bearers.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Cardet

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

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

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