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

Guerue, 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 Guerue surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Guerue in America

Guerue is the 105079th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Guerue surname appeared 170 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 Guerue.

We can also compare 2010 data for Guerue 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 Guerue

The surname GUERUE is of French origin, with its earliest recorded instances dating back to the 12th century in the Normandy region of northern France. The name is believed to be derived from the Old French word "guere," which translates to "war" or "battle," suggesting that the surname may have been initially bestowed upon a soldier or someone with a military background.

One of the earliest recorded mentions of the GUERUE name can be found in a medieval manuscript from 1187, which references a knight named Raoul Guerue, who took part in the Third Crusade under the leadership of King Richard I of England. This historical document provides insight into the geographic origins of the surname and its connection to the military.

In the 13th century, the name appeared in various records throughout Normandy and the surrounding regions, often spelled as "Guerue," "Guerrue," or "Gueruë." During this period, the GUERUE family established itself in several towns and villages, with some branches adopting the name as a reference to their place of residence, such as "Guerue de Rouen" or "Guerue de Caen."

Notably, in the 14th century, a renowned scholar and theologian, Jean Guerue (1320-1392), gained recognition for his contributions to the field of philosophy and his teachings at the University of Paris. His works and teachings helped to further solidify the reputation of the GUERUE name within academic circles.

In the 16th century, the GUERUE family expanded its influence, with several members achieving notable positions within the French nobility. One such individual was Étienne Guerue (1510-1578), who served as a military commander under King Henry II of France and played a significant role in the Italian Wars.

Another notable figure bearing the GUERUE surname was Marie Guerue (1630-1701), a renowned painter and portraitist during the reign of King Louis XIV. Her works adorned the walls of several royal palaces and churches, cementing her place in the annals of French art history.

Throughout its long history, the GUERUE surname has been carried by individuals from various walks of life, including soldiers, scholars, artists, and nobility. While the name may have evolved in its spelling and pronunciation over the centuries, its origins and connection to the concept of warfare and military service have remained a consistent thread throughout its rich tapestry.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Guerue

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

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

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