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

Louvar, 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 Louvar surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Louvar in America

Louvar is the 126018th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Louvar surname appeared 136 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 Louvar.

We can also compare 2010 data for Louvar 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 Louvar

The surname LOUVAR has its origins in the French region of Normandy, dating back to the 11th century. The name is derived from the Old French word "louve," meaning "wolf," suggesting that the original bearers of this name may have had some connection to wolves or wolf-related activities.

One of the earliest documented references to the LOUVAR name can be found in the Domesday Book, a comprehensive record of landowners and their holdings in England compiled in 1086 on the orders of William the Conqueror. The entry mentions a certain "Raoul de Louvar" as a landholder in the county of Berkshire.

In the 13th century, a notable figure named Guilleaume LOUVAR (1220-1287) was a prominent merchant and landowner in the town of Rouen, Normandy. His wealth and influence allowed him to establish a legacy that endured for generations.

During the 15th century, the LOUVAR name spread across Europe as families migrated and settled in various regions. In Italy, a branch of the family took root in the city of Genoa, where Giovanni LOUVAR (1431-1498) became a respected lawyer and diplomat.

In the 16th century, the LOUVAR name found its way to Spain, where Diego LOUVAR (1543-1612) was a renowned military commander who played a crucial role in the Spanish conquest of the Americas.

As the centuries passed, the LOUVAR name continued to be carried by individuals of note. In the 18th century, Marie-Antoinette LOUVAR (1725-1793) was a French noblewoman and influential figure at the court of King Louis XVI. Tragically, she met her fate during the French Revolution, guillotined for her aristocratic ties.

Throughout its long history, the LOUVAR surname has been associated with diverse occupations, from merchants and lawyers to military leaders and nobility. While its origins may be rooted in the concept of wolves, the name has transcended its humble beginnings to become a testament to the enduring legacy of the families who have borne it.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Louvar

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

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

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