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

Larrier, 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 Larrier surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Larrier in America

Larrier is the 100791st most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Larrier surname appeared 179 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 Larrier.

We can also compare 2010 data for Larrier 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 Larrier

The surname Larrier originates from France, with its roots tracing back to the 12th century. It is believed to have derived from the Old French word "larroun," meaning "thief" or "robber." This association suggests that the name may have initially referred to someone who engaged in such activities or was perceived as cunning or sly.

One of the earliest records of the Larrier surname can be found in the Domesday Book, a comprehensive survey of land ownership and taxation conducted in 1086 by order of William the Conqueror. This medieval manuscript mentions individuals bearing variants of the name, such as Larron and Laron, residing in various parts of Normandy.

During the 13th century, the name Larrier began appearing in various records and manuscripts across northern France, particularly in the regions of Picardy and Normandy. It's worth noting that the spelling of the name often varied, with variations like Larier, Laryer, and Lariere being common.

One notable individual bearing the Larrier surname was Jean Larrier, a prominent merchant and landowner who lived in the town of Amiens, Picardy, in the early 15th century (c. 1410-1478). Records indicate that he played a significant role in the local economy and was involved in various business ventures.

Another historical figure associated with the Larrier name was Pierre Larrier (c. 1520-1592), a French Protestant theologian and writer. He was born in Normandy and is known for his contributions to the Protestant Reformation and his writings on religious subjects.

The Larrier surname can also be found in the genealogical records of several noble families in France, particularly those from the regions of Normandy and Brittany. For instance, the noble House of Larrier, based in the town of Rouen, Normandy, can trace its lineage back to the 14th century.

One prominent member of this noble family was Charles Larrier (1653-1719), a French military officer who served under Louis XIV and participated in various campaigns during the Nine Years' War and the War of the Spanish Succession.

Another notable individual with the Larrier surname was Marie Larrier (1715-1793), a French noblewoman and landowner from Brittany. Historical records indicate that she played an influential role in local politics and philanthropic endeavors during her time.

While the Larrier surname may have originated with a somewhat unsavory connotation, it has since evolved to represent a rich history and lineage, spanning centuries and encompassing individuals from various walks of life, including merchants, theologians, nobility, and military figures.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Larrier

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

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

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