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

Desorcy, 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 Desorcy surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Desorcy in America

Desorcy is the 86005th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Desorcy surname appeared 217 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 Desorcy.

We can also compare 2010 data for Desorcy 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 Desorcy

The surname DESORCY originates from France, with roots dating back to the 17th century. It is believed to have derived from the Old French words "de" and "sorcy," which translate to "from" and "sorcerer," respectively. This suggests that the name may have been associated with individuals who practiced magic or witchcraft.

The earliest known record of the DESORCY surname can be found in the parish records of Normandy, France, in the late 1600s. It is speculated that the name may have originated in this region, although it eventually spread to other parts of the country.

One of the earliest documented individuals with the DESORCY surname was Pierre DESORCY, born in 1678 in Rouen, Normandy. He was a prominent merchant and trader, known for his extensive travels throughout Europe and the Middle East.

In the 18th century, the DESORCY family gained notable recognition with the birth of Marie-Thérèse DESORCY (1721-1798). She was a renowned painter and artist, celebrated for her exceptional portraits and landscapes. Her works were showcased in various exhibitions across France, and she was highly regarded by the aristocracy.

During the French Revolution, a prominent figure named Louis DESORCY (1755-1823) emerged as a staunch supporter of the revolutionary cause. He served as a delegate in the National Convention and played a crucial role in shaping the political landscape of the time.

In the 19th century, the DESORCY name gained further prominence with the birth of Émile DESORCY (1810-1882), a renowned architect and urban planner. He was responsible for designing several iconic landmarks in Paris, including the Opéra Garnier and the Palais de l'Industrie.

Another notable figure from this era was Jeanne DESORCY (1845-1912), a pioneering journalist and women's rights activist. She founded one of the first women's magazines in France and was a vocal advocate for gender equality and female suffrage.

As the DESORCY surname spread across generations, it became associated with various professions and achievements, leaving an indelible mark on the cultural and historical landscape of France.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Desorcy

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

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

If you have a correction or suggestion to improve the history of Desorcy, please contact us.

Reference this page

We spend a lot of resources downloading, cleaning, merging, and formatting the data that is shown on the site.

If you found the data or information on this page useful in your research, please use the tool below to properly cite or reference Name Census as the source. We appreciate your support!