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

Frace, 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 Frace surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Frace in America

Frace is the 53072nd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Frace surname appeared 390 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 Frace.

We can also compare 2010 data for Frace 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 Frace

The surname FRACE is of English origin, with roots tracing back to the late 12th century. It is believed to have derived from the Old French word "frece," which means "freckle" or "spot." This suggests that the name may have initially been a descriptive nickname given to someone with freckles or a distinctive birthmark.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name FRACE appears in the Pipe Rolls of Worcestershire, dated 1196, where a person named Walter Frace is mentioned. This historical record provides evidence of the name's existence in medieval England.

During the 13th century, the FRACE surname was primarily concentrated in the counties of Worcestershire and Gloucestershire, with some mentions in neighboring regions. The name was often associated with small villages or hamlets, such as Frace's End in Gloucestershire, which likely took its name from an early bearer of the surname.

Notable individuals bearing the FRACE surname include John Frace (c. 1400-1470), a prominent merchant and landowner in the city of Bristol, who served as a member of the city's governing council. His descendants continued to play influential roles in the region for several generations.

Another notable figure was William Frace (1545-1617), a scholar and clergyman who served as the Rector of St. Mary's Church in Warwickshire. He was renowned for his extensive knowledge of classical literature and his contributions to religious texts of the time.

In the 17th century, the FRACE surname gained prominence in the county of Wiltshire, where a family of landowners and gentry resided. One of their descendants, Edward Frace (1688-1754), was a renowned architect who designed several notable buildings in the region, including the Frace Manor House in Salisbury.

Another influential individual was Sarah Frace (1732-1810), a philanthropist and social reformer who dedicated her life to improving the living conditions of the poor and advocating for women's education. Her efforts were widely recognized and celebrated during her lifetime.

As the centuries progressed, the FRACE surname spread to various parts of England, although it remained relatively uncommon compared to other surnames. Despite its rarity, the name has persisted through the ages, carrying with it a rich history and legacy.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Frace

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

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

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