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

Farve, 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 Farve surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Farve in America

Farve is the 35622nd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Farve surname appeared 631 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 Farve.

We can also compare 2010 data for Farve 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 Farve

The surname "FARVE" is believed to have originated from the Old Norse language, which was spoken by the Vikings and other Scandinavian peoples during the 8th to 13th centuries. The name is thought to have derived from the Old Norse word "far," meaning "journey" or "travel," possibly referring to an ancestor who was a traveler or explorer.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name "FARVE" can be found in the Domesday Book, a historical record commissioned by William the Conqueror in 1086. The book mentions a landowner named Farve in the county of Lincolnshire, England, suggesting that the name may have been introduced to Britain during the Viking invasions and settlements.

In the 12th century, a prominent figure named Farve de Normanville was recorded as a nobleman and knight in Normandy, France. His name appears in various historical documents and charters from that period, indicating the name's presence in the Norman territories.

During the 13th century, a notable individual named Farve de Burgh lived in England and was a member of the influential de Burgh family. He held lands and titles in the county of Yorkshire and was involved in various political and military affairs of the time.

In the 15th century, a renowned Italian artist and sculptor named Farve Della Robbia (1399-1482) gained recognition for his work in terracotta sculpture and glazed ceramics. His creations can still be admired in churches and museums throughout Italy, showcasing the artistic talent associated with this surname.

Another notable figure was Farve Grimaldi (1523-1589), a Genoese statesman and diplomat who served as the doge (leader) of the Republic of Genoa during the 16th century. He played a significant role in the political and economic affairs of the city-state during his tenure.

These are just a few examples of individuals throughout history who carried the surname "FARVE," highlighting its presence in various regions and time periods, as well as its association with notable figures from different walks of life.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Farve

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

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

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