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

LeBeau, 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 LeBeau surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of LeBeau in America

LeBeau is the 6801st most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The LeBeau surname appeared 4,958 times in the 2010 census and if you were to sample 100,000 people in the United States, approximately 2 people would have the surname LeBeau.

We can also compare 2010 data for LeBeau 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 LeBeau

The surname LEBEAU has its origins in France, dating back to the early Middle Ages. It is derived from the Old French words "le" meaning "the" and "beau" meaning "beautiful" or "handsome." This combination suggests that the name may have been initially used as a nickname or descriptive term for someone considered attractive or physically appealing.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the LEBEAU surname can be found in the Domesday Book, a comprehensive survey of landowners and properties in England commissioned by William the Conqueror in 1086. This suggests that individuals bearing this name had already established themselves in England by the late 11th century, likely as a result of the Norman Conquest.

The LEBEAU surname has been associated with various place names throughout France, such as Lebeau in the Sarthe department and Lebeau-Valenciennes in the Nord department. These place names may have influenced the spelling variations of the surname, including Lebau, Leboue, and Lebeaux.

Notable individuals with the LEBEAU surname include Jean-Baptiste Lebeau (1766-1824), a French politician and diplomat who served as the Minister of Foreign Affairs under King Louis XVIII. Another prominent figure was Edmond Lebeau (1809-1888), a French historian and writer who authored several works on the history of France.

In the United Kingdom, one of the earliest recorded instances of the LEBEAU surname dates back to the 16th century. John Lebeau (c. 1540-1610) was an English theologian and author, known for his works on biblical interpretation and religious controversies of the time.

The LEBEAU surname also has a presence in the United States, with notable individuals such as Joseph Lebeau (1768-1824), a French-American military officer who served in the American Revolutionary War and later became a successful businessman in New Orleans.

Another influential figure was Edmond Lebeau (1877-1943), a French-American painter and artist who was part of the Taos art colony in New Mexico. His works are celebrated for capturing the landscapes and Native American cultures of the American Southwest.

These are just a few examples of individuals bearing the LEBEAU surname who have left their mark on history, showcasing the diverse backgrounds and achievements associated with this name across different regions and time periods.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name LeBeau

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

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

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