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

Lecointe, 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 Lecointe surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Lecointe in America

Lecointe is the 159712th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Lecointe surname appeared 101 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 Lecointe.

The history of the last name Lecointe

The surname LECOINTE originated in France and can be traced back to the late medieval period, around the 13th century. It is derived from the Old French words "le" meaning "the" and "cointe" meaning "well-dressed" or "elegant". The name likely referred to someone who was known for their stylish attire or grooming.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name LECOINTE can be found in the tax records of the city of Paris from the year 1292, where a certain "Jacques Lecointe" is listed as a resident. The name also appears in various church records and legal documents from the 14th and 15th centuries, primarily in the regions of Île-de-France and Normandy.

In the 16th century, a notable bearer of the name was Pierre LECOINTE (c. 1515-1582), a French Renaissance scholar and humanist who taught at the University of Paris. He was known for his translations of ancient Greek texts and his commentaries on the works of Aristotle.

Another prominent figure with the surname LECOINTE was Claude LECOINTE (1630-1687), a French sculptor and architect who worked in the Baroque style. He was responsible for the design of several churches and public buildings in Paris and its surrounding areas.

During the 18th century, the name LECOINTE gained some recognition in the field of literature. Jean-Baptiste LECOINTE (1738-1800) was a French poet and dramatist who wrote numerous plays and poems, many of which were inspired by classical Greek and Roman mythology.

In the 19th century, the LECOINTE family produced several notable artists and intellectuals. Auguste LECOINTE (1805-1868) was a French painter known for his landscapes and portraits, while his brother, Émile LECOINTE (1810-1876), was a renowned historian and author who wrote extensively on the history of France and Europe.

Another significant figure with the surname LECOINTE was Georges LECOINTE (1856-1929), a French engineer and inventor who made important contributions to the development of early aviation. He designed and built several experimental aircraft and was a pioneer in the field of aerodynamics.

While the surname LECOINTE has its roots in France, it has since spread to other parts of the world through migration and cultural exchange. However, its origins and historical significance remain firmly rooted in the rich cultural heritage of France.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Lecointe

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

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 Lecointe 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.

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

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