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

Giroux, 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 Giroux surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Giroux in America

Giroux is the 6882nd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Giroux surname appeared 4,885 times in the 2010 census and if you were to sample 100,000 people in the United States, approximately 2 people would have the surname Giroux.

We can also compare 2010 data for Giroux 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 Giroux

The surname GIROUX finds its origins in France, specifically in the northern and central regions of the country. It is believed to have emerged sometime in the Middle Ages, likely during the 11th or 12th century.

One theory suggests that GIROUX is derived from the Old French word "girer," which means "to wander" or "to roam." This could indicate that the name was initially given to someone who traveled frequently or lived a nomadic lifestyle.

Another possible origin is that GIROUX is a locational surname, referring to a specific place or region. Some historians believe it may be connected to the town of Giroux, located in the Vosges department of northeastern France.

In ancient records, the name appears with various spellings, such as Giroud, Girault, and Giroult. These variations were common in the Middle Ages due to inconsistencies in spelling and pronunciation.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the GIROUX surname can be found in the Domesday Book, a famous medieval census commissioned by William the Conqueror in 1086. The name appears as "Geroud," likely referring to a landowner or tenant in England at that time.

Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the GIROUX surname. For example, Jean-Baptiste Giroux (1775-1834) was a French clockmaker and watchmaker known for his innovative designs and contributions to the field of horology.

Another prominent figure was Maxime Giroux (1838-1909), a Canadian politician and lawyer who served as a member of the Canadian House of Commons and played a significant role in the legal and political affairs of Quebec.

In the realm of arts and literature, René Giroux (1909-1988) was a French writer and poet who gained recognition for his works exploring existential themes and the human condition.

Moving to the United States, Joseph Giroux (1923-2015) was a highly decorated World War II veteran who received numerous honors, including the Distinguished Service Cross and the Purple Heart, for his bravery and service.

Finally, Carole Giroux (1957-present) is a contemporary Canadian singer and songwriter who has released several successful albums and has been recognized for her contributions to the French-Canadian music scene.

These examples illustrate the diverse backgrounds and accomplishments of individuals with the GIROUX surname throughout history, reflecting the rich heritage and cultural significance of this French name.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Giroux

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

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

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