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

d'Orléans, 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 d'Orléans surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of d'Orléans in America

d'Orléans is the 86314th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The d'Orléans surname appeared 216 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 d'Orléans.

We can also compare 2010 data for d'Orléans 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 d'Orléans

The surname DORLEANS has its origins in France, emerging in the medieval period. It is believed to be derived from the Old French phrase "d'Orléans," which translates to "from Orléans," referring to the city of Orléans in central France. This suggests that the name originated with individuals who hailed from or had a connection to this historic city.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name can be found in the Cartulaire de l'Abbaye de Saint-Benoît-sur-Loire, a collection of medieval charters from the Abbey of Saint-Benoît-sur-Loire, dated around the 11th century. In this document, a certain Renaud d'Orléans is mentioned, indicating the presence of the name during this era.

During the 13th century, a prominent figure bearing the name DORLEANS was Jean d'Orléans (c. 1225-1279), a French nobleman and military leader who served as the Grand Queux (Master of the Kitchen) to King Louis IX of France. He played a significant role in the Eighth Crusade and was known for his bravery and loyalty to the crown.

In the 15th century, the name gained further recognition with Charles d'Orléans (1394-1465), a French prince and accomplished poet. As the Duke of Orléans and a member of the royal Valois dynasty, he left a lasting legacy through his contribution to the development of French Renaissance poetry.

Another notable individual with the surname DORLEANS was François d'Orléans (1548-1627), a French nobleman and military leader who served as the Governor of Paris during the French Wars of Religion. He was a prominent figure in the court of King Henry IV and played a crucial role in maintaining order in the capital city.

In the realm of literature, Marie d'Orléans (1625-1696) was a French noblewoman and writer who gained recognition for her memoirs and correspondence. Her writings provided valuable insights into the social and cultural life of the French aristocracy during the 17th century.

While the surname DORLEANS has its roots in France, it has since spread to other parts of the world due to migration and various historical events. However, its origins can be traced back to the city of Orléans and the individuals who carried this name throughout the centuries, contributing to the rich tapestry of French history and culture.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name d'Orléans

We also have some data on the ancestry of people with the surname d'Orléans.

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 d'Orléans 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 d'Orléans 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 d'Orléans was researched and written by our team of onomatology and genealogy experts.

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