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

Dupard, 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 Dupard surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Dupard in America

Dupard is the 114424th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Dupard surname appeared 153 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 Dupard.

We can also compare 2010 data for Dupard 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 Dupard

The surname DUPARD has its origins in France, dating back to the late 16th century. It is believed to have originated in the region of Normandy, where it was likely derived from the Old French words "du" meaning "of" and "pard" meaning "enclosure" or "fenced area." This suggests that the name may have initially referred to someone who lived near or was associated with an enclosed or fenced property.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name DUPARD can be found in the parish records of Saint-Pierre-sur-Dives, a town in the Calvados department of Normandy, from the year 1597. The name appears as "Dupard" in these records, indicating that the spelling has remained relatively consistent over time.

In the 17th century, the name DUPARD began to spread beyond Normandy as individuals bearing this surname migrated to other parts of France. Records from this period show the name appearing in various regions, including Île-de-France, Champagne, and Picardy.

A notable figure with the surname DUPARD was Jacques Dupard (1624-1698), a French merchant and landowner who lived in the town of Rouen. He was known for his successful business ventures and his involvement in local politics.

Another individual of note was Marie-Thérèse Dupard (1712-1789), a French painter and engraver who gained recognition for her skilled portraiture and landscapes. Her works were exhibited at the prestigious Salon de Paris in the 18th century.

In the 19th century, the DUPARD name continued to be found throughout France, with several individuals making their mark in various fields. One such person was Louis Dupard (1805-1872), a French architect who designed several notable buildings in Paris, including the Palais de Justice.

Another notable figure was Émile Dupard (1838-1910), a French botanist and explorer who conducted extensive research on the flora of South America. He published several influential works on the subject and was a member of the prestigious Académie des Sciences.

Moving into the 20th century, the name DUPARD continued to be represented across various walks of life. One example is Pierre Dupard (1920-2005), a French writer and journalist who specialized in covering international affairs and was widely respected for his insightful analysis.

While the surname DUPARD may not be as common as some other French names, it has a rich history spanning several centuries and has been carried by individuals who have made significant contributions in fields ranging from business and politics to art and science.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Dupard

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

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

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