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

Guirand, 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 Guirand surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Guirand in America

Guirand is the 55619th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Guirand surname appeared 369 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 Guirand.

We can also compare 2010 data for Guirand 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 Guirand

The surname GUIRAND originated in France during the medieval period. It is believed to be derived from the Old French word "guirer," which means "to twist or wind." This suggests that the name may have been initially given to someone who worked with ropes or threads, such as a weaver or a rope maker.

The earliest recorded instances of the GUIRAND surname can be traced back to the 13th century in the region of Provence, located in southeastern France. One of the earliest documented individuals bearing this name was Guilhem Guirand, a merchant from the town of Marseille, who was mentioned in local records dating back to 1286.

During the 14th century, the GUIRAND name gained prominence in the nearby region of Languedoc, where it was associated with several noble families. Notable individuals from this era include Bertrand Guirand, a knight who served in the army of King Philip VI during the Hundred Years' War (1337-1453).

In the 15th century, the GUIRAND surname spread to other parts of France, including the northern regions. One of the most famous bearers of this name was Jean Guirand, a renowned scholar and theologian who lived from 1435 to 1501. He authored several influential works on religious philosophy and served as a professor at the University of Paris.

As the GUIRAND family expanded and migrated to different regions, variations in spelling emerged, such as Guiraud, Guirande, and Guirault. These variations were often influenced by local dialects and linguistic traditions.

In the 17th century, the GUIRAND name was associated with several notable figures in the arts and literature. François Guirand (1612-1676) was a celebrated painter and engraver from Lyon, known for his detailed portraiture and religious scenes.

Another notable individual was Pierre Guirand (1678-1749), a playwright and poet from Paris. He was renowned for his satirical works and his contributions to the French literary scene during the Age of Enlightenment.

Throughout the centuries, the GUIRAND surname has been carried by individuals from various walks of life, including artisans, merchants, noblemen, scholars, and artists. While the name may have originated from a humble profession, it has become a part of France's rich cultural heritage and has left an indelible mark on the country's history.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Guirand

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

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

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