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

Lovre, 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 Lovre surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Lovre in America

Lovre is the 143149th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Lovre surname appeared 116 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 Lovre.

The history of the last name Lovre

The surname LOVRE has its origins in Croatia, dating back to the 16th century. It is believed to be derived from the Croatian word "lovro," which means "laurel." This suggests that the name may have been given to someone who lived near a laurel tree or had some association with the plant.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the LOVRE surname can be found in the records of the Republic of Ragusa, a maritime republic that existed from the 15th to the 19th century in what is now modern-day Dubrovnik, Croatia. The name appears in various documents from the 16th and 17th centuries, including birth and marriage records.

In the late 17th century, a notable figure named Marko LOVRE (1650-1712) was a renowned painter and fresco artist in Dalmatia, a region along the Adriatic coast. His works can be found in several churches and monasteries throughout the region, showcasing his mastery of the Baroque style.

Another historical figure bearing the LOVRE surname was Ivan LOVRE (1785-1848), a Croatian writer and linguist. He was a proponent of the Illyrian Movement, which aimed to promote the unity of South Slavic peoples under the banner of a common language and culture. His works included literary translations and publications on Croatian grammar and orthography.

In the 19th century, Petar LOVRE (1825-1902) was a prominent Croatian politician and lawyer. He served as the Mayor of Split, a coastal city in Dalmatia, and played a significant role in the Croatian National Revival movement, advocating for the preservation of Croatian culture and language.

During the early 20th century, Ante LOVRE (1888-1962) was a Croatian sculptor and medal engraver. His works included numerous public monuments and memorials throughout Croatia, as well as commemorative medals for various events and organizations.

While the LOVRE surname is relatively rare outside of Croatia, it has been carried by notable individuals throughout history, reflecting the rich cultural heritage and contributions of those bearing this name.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Lovre

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

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

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