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

Lecheminant, 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 Lecheminant surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Lecheminant in America

Lecheminant is the 69996th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Lecheminant surname appeared 280 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 Lecheminant.

We can also compare 2010 data for Lecheminant 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 Lecheminant

The surname "LECHEMINANT" is of French origin, originating in the Normandy region of northern France during the 11th century. It is believed to have derived from the Old French term "le cheminant," which translates to "the traveler" or "the wayfarer." This suggests that the name may have been given to someone who frequently traveled or worked as a guide along the roads and pathways of the region.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the surname appears in the Domesday Book of 1086, a comprehensive survey of land and property ownership in England commissioned by William the Conqueror. The name is listed as "Cheminant," reflecting its French roots and the influence of the Norman invasion of England in 1066.

In the 13th century, the surname is found in various records from the Normandy region, often spelled as "Le Cheminant" or "Lecheminant." These variations likely arose due to regional dialects and the inconsistencies of medieval scribes in recording names.

A notable bearer of the name was Jean Lecheminant, born in 1547 in Rouen, Normandy. He was a prominent merchant and trader who established successful business operations throughout northern France and the Low Countries.

Another individual of historical significance was Pierre Lecheminant, born in 1612 in Caen, Normandy. He was a renowned scholar and theologian who served as a professor at the University of Caen and wrote several influential works on religious philosophy.

In the 17th century, the surname made its way to England, where it is recorded in parish records and census documents. One such individual was William Lecheminant, born in 1635 in Dorset, England. He was a wealthy landowner and member of the local gentry.

Another notable bearer of the name was Marie-Anne Lecheminant, born in 1768 in Rouen, Normandy. She was a celebrated artist known for her intricate portraits and landscape paintings, which were displayed in galleries across France and Europe.

As the centuries progressed, the surname Lecheminant continued to spread throughout Europe and eventually to other parts of the world, carried by emigrants and settlers seeking new opportunities. While the name may have evolved in spelling and pronunciation over time, its French origins and connection to the concept of travel and exploration remain embedded in its historical roots.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Lecheminant

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

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

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