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

Girodat, 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 Girodat surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Girodat in America

Girodat is the 141140th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Girodat surname appeared 118 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 Girodat.

We can also compare 2010 data for Girodat 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 Girodat

The surname GIRODAT is of French origin, with its roots tracing back to the Middle Ages. Etymologically, it is believed to be a combination of the French words "girer" and "dat," which together translate to "one who moves in a circle or rotates." This linguistic connection suggests that the name may have initially been associated with an occupation or trade involving rotational movements, such as a miller or a wheel maker.

In the early 13th century, records indicate that the name GIRODAT was prevalent in the southern regions of France, particularly in the provinces of Provence and Languedoc. One of the earliest documented instances of the name appears in a charter from the year 1237, which mentions a certain "Pierre GIRODAT" as a landholder in the village of Baux-de-Provence.

During the 14th and 15th centuries, the GIRODAT family gained prominence in the city of Marseille, where they were involved in maritime trade and commerce. Notable figures from this period include Jean GIRODAT (1352-1425), a successful merchant and shipowner, and his son, Antoine GIRODAT (1382-1461), who served as a councilor in the city's municipal government.

In the 16th century, the GIRODAT name spread beyond the borders of France, with several members of the family settling in the neighboring regions of Switzerland and Italy. One such individual was Jacques GIRODAT (1512-1586), a Protestant theologian and scholar who fled religious persecution in France and found refuge in Geneva, where he taught at the city's prestigious academy.

The 17th century saw the emergence of a renowned GIRODAT family in the field of watchmaking. Based in the Swiss city of Geneva, the GIRODAT watchmakers were renowned for their intricate and innovative timepieces. One of the most famous members of this dynasty was Henri GIRODAT (1637-1712), whose masterpieces were highly sought after by European nobility and royalty.

As the centuries progressed, the GIRODAT name continued to be associated with various professions and achievements. In the 19th century, for instance, a French architect named Louis GIRODAT (1796-1872) gained recognition for his work on several notable buildings in Paris, including the Palais de la Bourse (Stock Exchange Palace).

Throughout its long history, the surname GIRODAT has been carried by numerous individuals who have left their mark on various fields, from commerce and academia to watchmaking and architecture. While the name's origins may be rooted in a bygone era, its enduring presence serves as a testament to the rich cultural heritage and diverse contributions of those who have borne it over the centuries.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Girodat

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

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

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