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

Lisse, 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 Lisse surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Lisse in America

Lisse is the 147253rd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Lisse surname appeared 112 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 Lisse.

We can also compare 2010 data for Lisse 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 Lisse

The surname Lisse has its origins in France, specifically in the northern region of Normandy, and dates back to the medieval period around the 11th century. It is derived from the Old French word "lisse," which means "smooth" or "polished," likely referring to a physical characteristic or occupation.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name can be found in the Domesday Book, a comprehensive survey of landowners and properties in England commissioned by William the Conqueror in 1086. This document mentions a landowner named Radulfus Lisse, suggesting that the name had already been established by that time.

In the 13th century, the name appeared in various records and documents, including the Hundred Rolls of 1273, which listed individuals named Lisse residing in counties such as Oxfordshire and Gloucestershire. This indicates that the name had spread beyond its original Norman roots and was gaining recognition across different parts of England.

During the Renaissance period, the name Lisse was associated with several notable individuals. One such person was Jean Lisse (1556-1635), a French mathematician and astronomer who made contributions to the development of trigonometry and the calculation of planetary orbits.

Another prominent figure was Guillaume Lisse (1628-1705), a French engraver and cartographer known for his intricate maps and illustrations of cities and landscapes. His work was highly regarded and sought after by wealthy patrons and collectors of the time.

In the 18th century, Jacques Lisse (1735-1810) was a French architect who designed several notable buildings in Paris, including the Palais de la Légion d'Honneur and the Hôtel de Salm. His architectural style was heavily influenced by the Neoclassical movement, which emphasized symmetry, grandeur, and a return to classical forms.

Moving into the 19th century, Louis Lisse (1820-1895) was a French painter and illustrator who gained recognition for his landscapes and depictions of rural life. His works were exhibited at the prestigious Paris Salon and are now part of various museum collections.

Finally, in the early 20th century, André Lisse (1901-1985) was a French sculptor known for his abstract and modernist works. He experimented with various materials, including metal, stone, and wood, and his pieces were showcased in galleries and exhibitions throughout Europe.

These are just a few examples of individuals who carried the surname Lisse throughout history, reflecting its French origins and its presence in various fields, including mathematics, cartography, architecture, art, and sculpture.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Lisse

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

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

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