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

Lacasse, 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 Lacasse surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Lacasse in America

Lacasse is the 9790th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Lacasse surname appeared 3,307 times in the 2010 census and if you were to sample 100,000 people in the United States, approximately 1 people would have the surname Lacasse.

We can also compare 2010 data for Lacasse 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 Lacasse

The surname Lacasse originated in France and dates back to the early medieval period. It is derived from the Old French word "casse," which means "chest" or "box." The name likely referred to someone who made or sold chests or boxes, a trade that was prevalent during that time.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the Lacasse surname can be found in the Domesday Book, a manuscript commissioned by William the Conqueror in 1086. This document contains a reference to a person named "Radulfus le Cassier" in Normandy, which translates to "Ralph the Chest-Maker."

During the 12th and 13th centuries, the name appeared in various records and documents across different regions of France, with spellings such as "Le Casser," "Le Casseor," and "Lacasseur." These variations likely stemmed from regional dialects and the evolution of the French language over time.

One notable figure in history bearing the Lacasse surname was Jean Lacasse (1558-1628), a French merchant and trader who established successful trading routes between France and the Americas. His business ventures contributed significantly to the economic growth of the French colonies in the New World.

Another prominent individual was Marie-Anne Lacasse (1678-1742), a renowned French poet and playwright. Her works, which explored themes of love, nature, and societal issues, were widely acclaimed during her lifetime and continue to be studied and appreciated by scholars today.

In the 18th century, Pierre Lacasse (1712-1789) gained recognition as a skilled architect and engineer. He was responsible for designing and overseeing the construction of several notable buildings and structures in Paris, including the Palais de la Monnaie (Mint Palace) and the Pont Marie bridge over the Seine River.

The 19th century saw the rise of Louis Lacasse (1824-1897), a French military officer and tactician who played a significant role in the Franco-Prussian War. His strategic maneuvers and leadership during key battles earned him widespread respect and admiration from both allies and adversaries.

Another notable figure was Émilie Lacasse (1866-1938), a pioneering French educator and advocate for women's rights. She founded several schools for girls and worked tirelessly to promote equal educational opportunities for women, paving the way for future generations of female scholars and professionals.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Lacasse

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

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

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