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

DeSalle, 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 DeSalle surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of DeSalle in America

DeSalle is the 64388th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The DeSalle surname appeared 309 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 DeSalle.

We can also compare 2010 data for DeSalle 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 DeSalle

The surname DeSalle has its origins in France, tracing back to the 12th century. It is believed to have derived from the Old French word "salle," meaning a hall or a large room. The prefix "de" was commonly used to indicate a person's place of origin or residence.

During the Middle Ages, the name DeSalle was often associated with aristocratic families who owned or lived in grand manors or châteaus with spacious halls. It is possible that the earliest bearers of this surname were either owners of such properties or held important positions within the household staff responsible for maintaining the grand halls.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name DeSalle can be found in the Livre des Métiers, a 13th-century manuscript detailing the various trades and professions in Paris. This document mentions a certain "Jean DeSalle," who was a skilled carpenter involved in the construction and maintenance of large buildings.

In the 14th century, the DeSalle name appeared in the tax records of the Duchy of Burgundy, suggesting that members of this family held substantial wealth and property during that period. Several DeSalles are listed as landowners in the village of Montbard, which was known for its impressive château.

One notable figure from history bearing the DeSalle surname was Jacques DeSalle (1592-1657), a French diplomat and scholar. He served as an ambassador for King Louis XIII and was renowned for his expertise in ancient languages and literature.

Another prominent DeSalle was Marie-Thérèse DeSalle (1714-1780), a French painter and engraver who gained recognition for her intricate portraits and landscapes. Her works were exhibited at the prestigious Salon de Paris and are now preserved in various art museums across Europe.

In the 18th century, the DeSalle family established a presence in the New World, with records indicating that Pierre DeSalle (1732-1801) was among the earliest French settlers in the Louisiana Territory. He and his descendants played a role in the development of the region's thriving sugar cane industry.

During the Napoleonic Wars, a certain Captain Louis DeSalle (1778-1842) distinguished himself as a brave and skilled cavalry officer in the French Imperial Army. He participated in several major battles and was awarded the prestigious Légion d'Honneur for his valor.

As the DeSalle name spread across various regions of France and eventually to other parts of the world, its spelling and pronunciation underwent minor variations. However, the essence of its origins remained rooted in the grand halls and manors that once defined the family's social status and way of life.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name DeSalle

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

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

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