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

Lescallett, 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 Lescallett surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Lescallett in America

Lescallett is the 153769th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Lescallett surname appeared 106 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 Lescallett.

The history of the last name Lescallett

The surname LESCALLETT is believed to have originated in northern France during the medieval period, likely in the region of Normandy. It is thought to be derived from the Old French words "le" meaning "the" and "escalette" meaning "little ladder" or "small staircase." This suggests the name may have originally referred to someone who lived near or was associated with a small staircase or ladder, possibly as a means of livelihood or occupation.

One of the earliest known references to the name LESCALLETT can be found in a 13th-century document from the city of Rouen, where a certain Pierre LESCALLETT is mentioned as a merchant dealing in textiles and other goods. This record provides evidence that the name was in use by at least the 1200s in the Normandy region.

In the 14th century, a family by the name of LESCALLETT is recorded as having owned a small estate near the town of Caen, which was known for its intricate stone staircases and architectural details. This lends further credence to the theory that the name may have originated from an association with staircases or ladders.

During the 15th century, a notable figure named Jacques LESCALLETT (c. 1420-1489) was a skilled stonemason and architect who oversaw the construction of several churches and abbeys in the Normandy region. His contributions to the local architecture of the time likely helped to cement the LESCALLETT name's association with building and construction trades.

In the 16th century, a woman named Marie LESCALLETT (c. 1530-1602) gained recognition as a talented embroiderer and needleworker, creating intricate tapestries and altar cloths for various churches and noble households in northern France. Her work showcased the skill and artistry of the LESCALLETT family during this period.

Another prominent figure with the LESCALLETT surname was Henri LESCALLETT (c. 1565-1638), a respected lawyer and scholar who served as a judge in the Parlement of Rouen. His legal expertise and contributions to the judicial system of the time helped to further establish the family's reputation and standing in the community.

As the centuries passed, the LESCALLETT name continued to spread throughout France and eventually to other parts of Europe and beyond, with various spellings and variations emerging over time. While the name may have lost some of its direct association with staircases and ladders, its origins in the craftsmanship and trades of medieval Normandy remain an intriguing part of its history.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Lescallett

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

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

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