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

Demouchet, 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 Demouchet surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Demouchet in America

Demouchet is the 69392nd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Demouchet surname appeared 283 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 Demouchet.

We can also compare 2010 data for Demouchet 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 Demouchet

The surname Demouchet has its origins in France, dating back to the 16th century. It is believed to have derived from the old French word "demoucher," which means "to blow one's nose." This suggests that the name may have originally referred to a person with a distinctive nasal habit or perhaps a profession related to the manufacture or sale of handkerchiefs.

The earliest known reference to the Demouchet name can be found in a document from the city of Rouen in Normandy, dated 1567. The document mentions a certain "Jacques Demouchet," a merchant who traded in textiles. It is possible that this individual or his ancestors may have been involved in the production or sale of handkerchiefs, leading to the adoption of the surname.

In the 17th century, the name appears in various records from the regions of Picardy and Île-de-France, indicating that the Demouchet family had spread across northern France. One notable figure from this period was Pierre Demouchet (1618-1692), a renowned clockmaker from Paris who was responsible for several innovative designs in timepieces.

As the surname gained prominence, it also underwent some variations in spelling, with forms such as "Demouchet," "Demouchet," and "Demouchet" being recorded in different regions. This was a common occurrence in the pre-modern era when spelling conventions were not yet standardized.

In the 18th century, the name Demouchet gained recognition beyond the borders of France. Jean-Baptiste Demouchet (1736-1801), a French artist and engraver, achieved considerable fame for his etchings and engravings, which were highly sought after by art collectors across Europe.

Moving into the 19th century, the Demouchet name continued to be associated with notable figures. Marie-Amélie Demouchet (1818-1892) was a French author and educator who wrote several influential works on women's education and rights. Her contemporary, Émile Demouchet (1824-1899), was a respected lawyer and politician who served as a member of the French National Assembly.

As the centuries progressed, the Demouchet surname spread to various parts of the world, carried by French emigrants and their descendants. While it may have evolved from a humble origin related to nasal habits or handkerchiefs, the name has since been borne by individuals from diverse walks of life, leaving their mark on history through their achievements in various fields.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Demouchet

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

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

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