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

Dugué, 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 Dugué surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Dugué in America

Dugué is the 41501st most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Dugué surname appeared 524 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 Dugué.

We can also compare 2010 data for Dugué 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 Dugué

The surname DUGUE has its origins in France, tracing back to the medieval period. It is believed to have derived from the Old French word "dugue," which referred to a feudal lord or a duke. This term itself stemmed from the Latin word "dux," meaning a leader or commander.

Historically, the name DUGUE was prominent in the regions of Normandy and Brittany in northern France. Some of the earliest recorded instances of the name can be found in the Domesday Book, a comprehensive survey of landowners in England commissioned by William the Conqueror in 1086. Several individuals bearing variations of the name, such as "Dugue" and "Dugu," were listed as landholders in the book.

One notable bearer of the surname was Gilles Dugue de Bagnoles (1595-1673), a French nobleman and military officer who served as the Lieutenant-General of the King's armies. He played a crucial role in the Thirty Years' War and was recognized for his bravery and leadership on the battlefield.

In the 18th century, Jacques Dugue (1684-1743) was a renowned French sculptor who contributed significantly to the Baroque and Rococo art styles. His works adorned several prominent churches and palaces across France, including the Palace of Versailles.

Another prominent figure was Pierre Dugue (1709-1779), a French explorer and colonial administrator. He served as the governor of French Louisiana, a vast territory that stretched from the Great Lakes to the Gulf of Mexico, and played a pivotal role in the exploration and settlement of the region.

The DUGUE surname also found its way to the Caribbean islands during the colonial era. One notable individual was Jacques François Dugue (1738-1805), a French-born planter and revolutionary leader in Saint-Domingue (present-day Haiti). He was a prominent figure in the Haitian Revolution and advocated for the rights of free people of color.

In more recent times, Louis Dugue (1877-1945) was a French sculptor and medalist known for his works depicting historical figures and allegorical scenes. He received numerous commissions from the French government and his sculptures can be found in various museums and public spaces across France.

Overall, the surname DUGUE has a rich history spanning several centuries and has been borne by notable individuals in various fields, including military, art, exploration, and politics. Its origins can be traced back to medieval France, where it was associated with nobility and leadership.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Dugué

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

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

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