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

Lassic, 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 Lassic surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Lassic in America

Lassic is the 141140th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Lassic surname appeared 118 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 Lassic.

We can also compare 2010 data for Lassic 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 Lassic

The surname Lassic has its origins in France, dating back to the 11th century. It is believed to be derived from the Old French word "lasser," meaning "to tie" or "to bind." This suggests that the name may have been associated with an occupation related to rope-making or binding materials.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Lassic can be found in the Domesday Book, a comprehensive record of landowners and properties compiled in 1086 under the orders of William the Conqueror. This entry suggests that the name was already established in parts of Normandy by the late 11th century.

In the 13th century, records show that a family bearing the name Lassic resided in the region of Brittany, where they owned land and held a certain degree of prominence. Jean Lassic (1220-1295) was a notable figure from this era, known for his involvement in local politics and his role as a landowner.

As the name spread throughout France, various spelling variations emerged, such as Lassick, Lassique, and Lassicque. These variations were often influenced by regional dialects and the preferences of individual scribes who recorded the names.

In the 15th century, the name Lassic gained further recognition with the birth of Marguerite Lassic (1435-1498), a renowned herbalist and healer who authored several influential texts on traditional medicine. Her work played a significant role in preserving and disseminating knowledge about medicinal plants and their applications.

Fast forward to the 17th century, and we find Jacques Lassic (1610-1672), a prominent merchant and trader based in the port city of Marseille. His successful business ventures and involvement in international trade helped to establish the Lassic name in the maritime community.

Another notable figure was Pierre Lassic (1785-1856), a French military officer who served under Napoleon Bonaparte. His bravery and leadership during various campaigns earned him several honors and decorations, cementing his place in the annals of French military history.

As the centuries passed, the Lassic surname spread beyond the borders of France, with families bearing the name settling in other parts of Europe and eventually making their way to other continents through migration and exploration.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Lassic

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

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

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