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

Graveline, 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 Graveline surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Graveline in America

Graveline is the 28465th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Graveline surname appeared 838 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 Graveline.

We can also compare 2010 data for Graveline 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 Graveline

The surname Graveline is of French origin, derived from the Old French word "grave," meaning "gravel" or "sand." It is believed to have originated in the northern regions of France during the medieval period, specifically in areas with a sandy or gravelly terrain.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Graveline can be found in the Domesday Book, a comprehensive survey of lands and property commissioned by William the Conqueror in 1086. The entry mentions a landowner named Radulfus de Graveline, indicating the presence of the name in Normandy and its surrounding areas.

In the 13th century, records show the name Graveline being associated with the town of Gravelines, located in the Nord-Pas-de-Calais region of northern France. This town, situated near the Belgian border, was known for its sandy beaches and dunes, further solidifying the connection between the surname and its geographical origins.

Notable individuals bearing the surname Graveline include:

1. Jean-Baptiste Graveline (1610-1683), a French painter and engraver known for his religious works and portraits.
2. Louis Graveline (1732-1811), a French-Canadian explorer and fur trader who played a significant role in the exploration of the western territories of North America.
3. Émile Graveline (1848-1922), a French politician and lawyer who served as a deputy in the National Assembly.
4. Marie-Louise Graveline (1875-1952), a French writer and feminist activist who advocated for women's rights and education.
5. Jacques Graveline (1909-1987), a French-Canadian historian and author who specialized in the history of Quebec and the francophone communities in North America.

The name Graveline has also been associated with various place names, such as Gravelines in France, Graveline Island in Louisiana, and Graveline Creek in Ontario, Canada. These geographical locations likely derived their names from early settlers or landowners bearing the surname Graveline.

While the surname Graveline is not among the most common surnames in the world, it has a rich history and connection to the northern regions of France, particularly areas with sandy or gravelly terrain. The name has been carried by individuals from various walks of life, including artists, explorers, politicians, and scholars, leaving an indelible mark on the cultural and historical landscapes of their respective regions.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Graveline

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

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

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