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

Exposé, 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 Exposé surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Exposé in America

Exposé is the 99378th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Exposé surname appeared 182 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 Exposé.

We can also compare 2010 data for Exposé 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 Exposé

The surname "EXPOSE" is a relatively rare one, its origins shrouded in mystery and uncertainty. Scholars believe it may have derived from the Old French word "exposer," meaning "to expose" or "to set forth." This word, in turn, can be traced back to the Latin "exponere," which carries a similar meaning.

One theory suggests that the name may have originally been bestowed upon someone whose occupation involved exposing or revealing something, perhaps a trader or merchant who displayed their wares in public markets. Alternatively, it could have been a descriptor for someone who was known for their candid or outspoken nature, someone who fearlessly "exposed" the truth or their opinions.

The earliest known records of this surname date back to the 16th century in the region of Normandy, France. However, it is possible that the name existed in various spellings and regional dialects prior to this period, as documentation from those times can be scarce or inconsistent.

One notable individual who bore this name was Pierre Expose, a French philosopher and writer born in 1625 in Rouen, Normandy. His works primarily focused on the nature of human existence and the pursuit of knowledge. Unfortunately, many of his writings were lost or destroyed during the tumultuous period of the French Revolution.

In the 18th century, there is a record of a merchant named Jacques Expose who lived in the city of Bordeaux. He was known for his extensive trade dealings with the Dutch and his involvement in the wine industry, which was a prominent part of the local economy at the time.

The 19th century saw the birth of Émilie Expose, a French artist and sculptor who gained recognition for her intricate marble sculptures depicting scenes from Greek mythology. Her works were displayed in several prestigious art exhibitions in Paris during the latter half of the 1800s.

Moving into the 20th century, one notable figure was Henri Expose, a French resistance fighter during World War II. He played a crucial role in smuggling Allied soldiers and Jewish refugees across the border into Switzerland, risking his life to protect others from the horrors of the Nazi regime.

Finally, in more recent times, there was Marie Expose, a renowned French chef and author of several acclaimed cookbooks. Born in 1934 in Marseille, she was instrumental in popularizing the vibrant flavors and traditional dishes of Provençal cuisine throughout France and beyond.

It is important to note that while these individuals share the same surname, their connections and relationships, if any, remain uncertain due to the scarcity of definitive historical records. Nevertheless, the name "EXPOSE" stands as a testament to the rich tapestry of French culture and heritage, weaving together threads of diverse histories and stories.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Exposé

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

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

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