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

Jutras, 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 Jutras surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Jutras in America

Jutras is the 26833rd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Jutras surname appeared 906 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 Jutras.

We can also compare 2010 data for Jutras 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 Jutras

The surname Jutras is believed to have originated in France, specifically in the region of Normandy. It is thought to have emerged during the Middle Ages, likely between the 11th and 13th centuries. The name is derived from the French word "jutera," which means "to swear or vow."

One of the earliest recorded instances of the Jutras surname can be found in the Livre Pelerin, a 13th-century document that recorded the names of individuals who participated in the Crusades. The name appears as "Jutras" in this document, suggesting that it had already been established by this time.

During the 16th and 17th centuries, the Jutras surname began to spread across France, with records showing individuals bearing this name residing in various regions, including Normandy, Brittany, and Paris. One notable figure from this era was Pierre Jutras (1528-1594), a French merchant and trader who was known for his extensive business dealings throughout Europe.

As the Jutras family continued to grow and expand, some members migrated to other parts of the world, including Canada. In fact, one of the first recorded instances of the Jutras name in Canada dates back to 1665, when Jean-Baptiste Jutras (1645-1718) settled in Quebec. He is considered one of the earliest ancestors of the Canadian branch of the Jutras family.

Another significant figure in the history of the Jutras surname was Louis Jutras (1735-1812), a French-Canadian politician and lawyer who served as a member of the Legislative Assembly of Lower Canada. He was a prominent figure in the early years of Canadian politics and played a role in shaping the country's legal system.

In the 19th century, the Jutras name continued to gain prominence, with several individuals making notable contributions in various fields. One such individual was Émile Jutras (1867-1942), a Canadian author and poet who was celebrated for his literary works that explored themes of nature and rural life.

Over the centuries, the Jutras surname has spread across various parts of the world, with individuals bearing this name making their mark in various professions and fields. However, the name's roots can be traced back to its French origins, where it emerged as a symbol of a family's commitment and vows.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Jutras

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

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

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