Louisjean
A French surname derived from the given names Louis and Jean.
According to the 2010 US Census Bureau surname tables, roughly 686 Americans carry the last name Louisjean. That puts it at #37,076 in the national surname ranking, appearing at a frequency of 0.20 per 100,000 people (about 1 in 499,642 residents).
This page is the full Name Census profile for the Louisjean surname. You will find the Census Bureau frequency data, an ancestry and ethnicity breakdown based on self-reported demographics, the name's meaning and origin where available, and answers to the most common questions people ask about this surname.
Bearers in the US
686
1 in 499,642
Census rank
#37,076
2010 decennial data
Per 100,000
0.2
Frequency rate
Recorded bearers
602
very rare in the US
Popularity narrative
The Census Bureau recorded 602 bearers of the surname Louisjean in its 2010 decennial surname file. At a rate of 0.20 per 100,000 residents, it holds the 37076th position in the national surname ranking.
Among Census respondents with the surname Louisjean, the largest self-reported group is Black at 92.4%. The next largest groups are Two or More Races (4.5%) and Hispanic (1.5%).
Origin
Meaning and origin of Louisjean
The surname LOUISJEAN has its origins in France, originating in the 17th century. It is believed to be a combination of the French words "louis" meaning "renowned warrior" and "jean" derived from the Hebrew name "Yohanan" meaning "God is gracious."
The earliest known records of the LOUISJEAN name can be traced back to the northern regions of France, particularly in the provinces of Normandy and Picardy. It is likely that the name was initially used to identify individuals who possessed qualities associated with renowned warriors or had a reputation for being gracious.
One of the first documented references to the LOUISJEAN surname appears in a parish registry from the town of Amiens, dated 1642, where a certain Jean LOUISJEAN is recorded as a landowner. This suggests that the name had already established itself in the area by the mid-17th century.
In the late 17th century, a notable figure bearing the LOUISJEAN name was Pierre LOUISJEAN (1658-1734), a renowned architect from Paris who was commissioned to design several churches and public buildings throughout France.
During the 18th century, the LOUISJEAN family dispersed to other regions of France, with some members settling in the southern provinces of Languedoc and Provence. One prominent individual from this period was Antoine LOUISJEAN (1725-1792), a merchant from Marseille who played a significant role in the city's thriving trade industry.
As the centuries progressed, the LOUISJEAN name continued to be associated with various professions and occupations. In the 19th century, Marie LOUISJEAN (1822-1887), a skilled weaver from the town of Lille, gained recognition for her intricate tapestry works.
Another notable figure was Jules LOUISJEAN (1860-1932), a renowned botanist from Paris who made significant contributions to the study of plant taxonomy and authored several influential publications on the subject.
Throughout its history, the LOUISJEAN surname has been associated with a diverse range of individuals, from architects and merchants to artisans and scholars, reflecting the rich cultural heritage of France.
Demographics
Ancestry and ethnicity for Louisjean
Among Census respondents with the surname Louisjean, the largest self-reported group is Black at 92.4%. The next largest groups are Two or More Races (4.5%) and Hispanic (1.5%).
The bar chart below shows how Louisjean bearers described their own race and ethnicity on the 2010 Census form. The Census Bureau groups responses into six broad categories: White, Black or African American, Hispanic or Latino, Asian and Pacific Islander, American Indian and Alaska Native, and Two or More Races. When a category has too few respondents for a given surname, the Bureau suppresses the figure to protect individual privacy, which is why some names show fewer than six slices.
Keep in mind that these are self-reported numbers. A person's surname does not determine their race or ethnicity, and the distribution you see here reflects the specific population who happened to carry the Louisjean surname at the time of the 2010 Census, not any inherent property of the name itself.
- Black or African American92.4%
- Two or more races4.5%
- Hispanic or Latino1.5%
- White1.0%
- Unknown or suppressed0.7%
Year on year
2000 vs 2010 Census
How has the Louisjean surname changed between Census years? The chart shows bearer count side by side, and the table compares rank, count, and frequency.
Census year comparison
| Metric | 2000 | 2010 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #53,191 | #37,076 | 30.3% |
| Count | 365 | 602 | 64.9% |
| Per 100K | 0.14 | 0.20 | 42.9% |
Between the 2000 and 2010 Census, the number of Louisjean bearers went from 365 to 602 (+64.9% change). The surname moved up 16,115 positions in the national ranking, going from #53,191 to #37,076.
FAQ
Louisjean surname: questions and answers
How common is the last name Louisjean?
The surname Louisjean holds position #37,076 in the US Census Bureau's surname ranking, with an estimated 686 living bearers. It occurs at a rate of 0.20 per 100,000 Americans.
What is the ethnic background of the Louisjean surname?
Among Census respondents with the surname Louisjean, the largest self-reported group is Black at 92.4%. The next largest groups are Two or More Races (4.5%) and Hispanic (1.5%). These figures come from the 2010 Census Bureau surname tables, based on how respondents described their own race and ethnicity.
Where does this surname data come from?
All surname statistics on Name Census are drawn from the US Census Bureau's decennial surname frequency tables. These tables list every surname that appeared 100 or more times in the 2010 Census, along with a frequency rate and self-reported demographic breakdown. You can read the full explanation on our methodology page.