Lafrentz
A surname derived from a Norman French locational name referring to someone from the town of Lafrancis.
According to the 2010 US Census Bureau surname tables, roughly 274 Americans carry the last name Lafrentz. That puts it at #83,834 in the national surname ranking, appearing at a frequency of 0.08 per 100,000 people (about 1 in 1,250,928 residents).
This page is the full Name Census profile for the Lafrentz surname. You will find the Census Bureau frequency data, an ancestry and ethnicity breakdown based on self-reported demographics, the name's meaning and origin where available, and answers to the most common questions people ask about this surname.
Bearers in the US
274
1 in 1,250,928
Census rank
#83,834
2010 decennial data
Per 100,000
0.1
Frequency rate
Recorded bearers
224
very rare in the US
Popularity narrative
The Census Bureau recorded 224 bearers of the surname Lafrentz in its 2010 decennial surname file. At a rate of 0.08 per 100,000 residents, it holds the 83834th position in the national surname ranking.
Among Census respondents with the surname Lafrentz, the largest self-reported group is White at 90.2%. The next largest groups are Two or More Races (3.1%) and Asian/Pacific Islander (2.2%).
Origin
Meaning and origin of Lafrentz
The surname LAFRENTZ has its origins in France, likely emerging during the Middle Ages between the 5th and 15th centuries. It is believed to be derived from the Old French words "la" meaning "the" and "frentz" or "frenz," which could be a reference to the French people or the French language itself.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the LAFRENTZ surname can be traced back to the 12th century in the region of Normandy, France. In a medieval manuscript from the year 1187, a nobleman named Guilliaume Lafrentz was mentioned as a landowner in the village of Rouen.
The LAFRENTZ name also appears in several historical documents from the 13th century, including a tax record from the city of Paris in 1256, which lists a merchant named Jean Lafrentz among the taxpayers. This suggests that the name had spread beyond Normandy and was established in other parts of France by that time.
During the 14th century, the LAFRENTZ surname gained prominence with the rise of a notable family in the town of Marseille. Pierre Lafrentz, born in 1328, was a respected merchant and member of the local council. His son, Jacques Lafrentz (1365-1441), served as the town's mayor and was instrumental in the construction of the famous Marseille Cathedral.
As the name spread across Europe, it underwent various spelling variations. In Germany, for instance, the name was often spelled as "Lafrentz" or "Lafrentz," while in England, it appeared as "Lafrance" or "Lafraunt." This diversity in spelling reflects the linguistic and cultural influences that shaped the name over time.
Among the notable individuals bearing the LAFRENTZ surname throughout history are:
1. Henri Lafrentz (1550-1611), a French philosopher and author known for his work on ethics and morality.
2. Marie Lafrentz (1675-1738), a French painter renowned for her portraits and religious scenes.
3. Johann Lafrentz (1720-1798), a German composer and violinist who contributed significantly to the development of classical music.
4. Charles Lafrentz (1825-1891), a French explorer and naturalist who documented the flora and fauna of South America.
5. Émilie Lafrentz (1878-1952), a French sculptor and artist who gained recognition for her avant-garde works during the early 20th century.
While the LAFRENTZ surname may have evolved over time and been subject to various spellings and regional variations, its roots can be traced back to the rich cultural heritage of France, where it first emerged as a distinctive family name.
Demographics
Ancestry and ethnicity for Lafrentz
Among Census respondents with the surname Lafrentz, the largest self-reported group is White at 90.2%. The next largest groups are Two or More Races (3.1%) and Asian/Pacific Islander (2.2%).
The bar chart below shows how Lafrentz bearers described their own race and ethnicity on the 2010 Census form. The Census Bureau groups responses into six broad categories: White, Black or African American, Hispanic or Latino, Asian and Pacific Islander, American Indian and Alaska Native, and Two or More Races. When a category has too few respondents for a given surname, the Bureau suppresses the figure to protect individual privacy, which is why some names show fewer than six slices.
Keep in mind that these are self-reported numbers. A person's surname does not determine their race or ethnicity, and the distribution you see here reflects the specific population who happened to carry the Lafrentz surname at the time of the 2010 Census, not any inherent property of the name itself.
- White90.2%
- Two or more races3.1%
- Asian and Pacific Islander2.2%
Year on year
2010 vs 2010 Census
How has the Lafrentz surname changed between Census years? The chart shows bearer count side by side, and the table compares rank, count, and frequency.
Census year comparison
| Metric | 2010 | 2010 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #83,834 | #83,834 | 0.0% |
| Count | 224 | 224 | 0.0% |
| Per 100K | 0.08 | 0.08 | 0.0% |
Between the 2010 and 2010 Census, the number of Lafrentz bearers went from 224 to 224 (+0.0% change). The surname held its position in the national ranking, going from #83,834 to #83,834.
Notable bearers
Famous people with the surname Lafrentz
FAQ
Lafrentz surname: questions and answers
How common is the last name Lafrentz?
The surname Lafrentz holds position #83,834 in the US Census Bureau's surname ranking, with an estimated 274 living bearers. It occurs at a rate of 0.08 per 100,000 Americans.
What is the ethnic background of the Lafrentz surname?
Among Census respondents with the surname Lafrentz, the largest self-reported group is White at 90.2%. The next largest groups are Two or More Races (3.1%) and Asian/Pacific Islander (2.2%). These figures come from the 2010 Census Bureau surname tables, based on how respondents described their own race and ethnicity.
Where does this surname data come from?
All surname statistics on Name Census are drawn from the US Census Bureau's decennial surname frequency tables. These tables list every surname that appeared 100 or more times in the 2010 Census, along with a frequency rate and self-reported demographic breakdown. You can read the full explanation on our methodology page.