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

Jue, 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 Jue surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Jue in America

Jue is the 19398th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Jue surname appeared 1,393 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 Jue.

We can also compare 2010 data for Jue 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 Jue

The surname "JUE" is believed to have originated in France, specifically in the northern regions around Normandy and Picardy. It likely emerged sometime during the Middle Ages, between the 10th and 13th centuries. The name is thought to be derived from the Old French word "jouer," meaning "to play" or "to enjoy." This could suggest that the name initially referred to someone who was a performer, musician, or entertainer.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name can be found in the 13th-century manuscript "Cartulaire de l'abbaye de Saint-Quentin de Beauvais," where a certain "Adam Jue" is mentioned. This document provides valuable insight into the early usage and spelling variations of the surname.

In the 14th century, the name appears in the "Rolls of the Exchequer" of Henry III, where a "Roger Jue" is listed as a landowner in Lincolnshire, England. This record indicates that the name had spread beyond its French origins and was present in England during that period.

During the 15th century, the name appears in the "Cartulaire de l'abbaye de Saint-Bertin" in the form of "Jean Jue," suggesting a continued presence in northern France.

One notable historical figure bearing the surname "JUE" was Jacques Jue (1587-1652), a French priest and theologian who served as the rector of the University of Paris. He was known for his scholarly works on theology and philosophy.

Another significant individual was Antoine Jue (1624-1697), a French artist and engraver who specialized in portraits and religious scenes. His works can be found in various collections across Europe.

In the 18th century, Jean-Baptiste Jue (1742-1819) was a prominent French architect and urban planner. He designed several notable buildings and urban landscapes in Paris and its surrounding areas.

Moving into the 19th century, we find Louis Jue (1812-1879), a French composer and musician who contributed to the development of French opera and ballet music.

Finally, in the 20th century, Marie Jue (1902-1985) was a renowned French sculptor and artist known for her abstract and modernist works. Her sculptures can be found in various public spaces and museums across France.

While the surname "JUE" may have evolved and spread over time, its origins can be traced back to northern France, where it likely emerged as a descriptive name related to the occupation or personal characteristics of its earliest bearers.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Jue

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

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

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