Laurore
A surname derived from the Latin "lauretum" meaning laurel grove or laurel tree.
According to the 2010 US Census Bureau surname tables, roughly 480 Americans carry the last name Laurore. That puts it at #49,461 in the national surname ranking, appearing at a frequency of 0.14 per 100,000 people (about 1 in 714,072 residents).
This page is the full Name Census profile for the Laurore 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
480
1 in 714,072
Census rank
#49,461
2010 decennial data
Per 100,000
0.1
Frequency rate
Recorded bearers
425
very rare in the US
Popularity narrative
The Census Bureau recorded 425 bearers of the surname Laurore in its 2010 decennial surname file. At a rate of 0.14 per 100,000 residents, it holds the 49461st position in the national surname ranking.
Among Census respondents with the surname Laurore, the largest self-reported group is Black at 92.7%. The next largest groups are Hispanic (3.3%) and Two or More Races (2.4%).
Origin
Meaning and origin of Laurore
The surname LAURORE originates from France, dating back to the early 16th century. It is believed to have derived from the French word "l'aurore," meaning "the dawn" or "the sunrise." This suggests that the name may have been initially bestowed upon someone who lived in an area known for its beautiful sunrises or someone associated with the early morning hours.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the LAURORE surname can be found in the parish records of Bordeaux, a city in southwestern France, from the year 1543. These records mention a Jacques LAURORE, a vintner who lived in the region known for its excellent wine production.
In the 17th century, the LAURORE name appeared in the historical records of the Dauphiné region, located in southeastern France. A prominent figure was Jean LAURORE, a merchant and landowner born in 1628 in the town of Grenoble. He was known for his successful business ventures and his contributions to the local community.
Another notable individual bearing the LAURORE surname was Marie LAURORE, a renowned painter who lived in Paris during the late 18th century. Born in 1760, she was celebrated for her portraits and landscapes, which were highly sought after by the French aristocracy.
During the 19th century, the LAURORE name gained recognition in the literary world with the publication of the novel "Les Mystères de LAURORE" by author Victor Hugo in 1842. Although the protagonist's name was fictional, it brought attention to the surname and its potential origins.
In the field of science, the LAURORE name was carried by Émile LAURORE, a French physicist born in 1865. He made significant contributions to the study of electromagnetism and was a member of the prestigious French Academy of Sciences.
While the LAURORE surname has its roots in France, it has since spread to other parts of the world through migration and immigration. However, its historical significance remains deeply rooted in the French culture and language, reflecting the poetic imagery of the dawn and the beauty of new beginnings.
Demographics
Ancestry and ethnicity for Laurore
Among Census respondents with the surname Laurore, the largest self-reported group is Black at 92.7%. The next largest groups are Hispanic (3.3%) and Two or More Races (2.4%).
The bar chart below shows how Laurore 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 Laurore surname at the time of the 2010 Census, not any inherent property of the name itself.
- Black or African American92.7%
- Hispanic or Latino3.3%
- Two or more races2.4%
- White1.2%
- Unknown or suppressed0.5%
Year on year
2000 vs 2010 Census
How has the Laurore 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 | 2000 | 2010 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #80,502 | #49,461 | 38.6% |
| Count | 219 | 425 | 94.1% |
| Per 100K | 0.08 | 0.14 | 75.0% |
Between the 2000 and 2010 Census, the number of Laurore bearers went from 219 to 425 (+94.1% change). The surname moved up 31,041 positions in the national ranking, going from #80,502 to #49,461.
FAQ
Laurore surname: questions and answers
How common is the last name Laurore?
The surname Laurore holds position #49,461 in the US Census Bureau's surname ranking, with an estimated 480 living bearers. It occurs at a rate of 0.14 per 100,000 Americans.
What is the ethnic background of the Laurore surname?
Among Census respondents with the surname Laurore, the largest self-reported group is Black at 92.7%. The next largest groups are Hispanic (3.3%) and Two or More Races (2.4%). 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.