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

Lugan, 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 Lugan surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Lugan in America

Lugan is the 130610th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Lugan surname appeared 130 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 Lugan.

We can also compare 2010 data for Lugan 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 Lugan

The surname Lugan has its roots in the ancient Anglo-Saxon culture that once thrived in Britain. Its origins can be traced back to the Old English word "lug," which meant "a small body of still water or a pool." This suggests that the earliest bearers of this name may have lived near a small lake or pond.

The earliest known written record of the Lugan surname dates back to the Domesday Book of 1086, where it appears as "Luggene." This comprehensive survey of English landowners commissioned by William the Conqueror provides valuable insights into the distribution of surnames across medieval England.

During the 12th century, the name evolved into various spellings, including "Luggan," "Luggen," and "Luggyn." These variations reflect the inconsistencies in spelling conventions prevalent in that era. It's worth noting that many surnames derived from place names, and Lugan may have been associated with a specific location known for its small bodies of water.

One of the earliest known individuals with the surname Lugan was William Lugan, a landowner in Oxfordshire, who lived during the latter half of the 13th century. Another notable figure was Sir John Lugan, a knight who fought alongside King Edward III in the Battle of Crécy during the Hundred Years' War in 1346.

In the 15th century, the Lugan name gained prominence in the northern regions of England, particularly in Yorkshire and Northumberland. Thomas Lugan, a wealthy merchant from York, was a prominent figure in the city's trade guilds during the 1480s.

The 16th century saw the emergence of Robert Lugan, a renowned scholar and theologian who studied at the University of Cambridge. He is known for his contributions to the field of biblical translations and his involvement in the Reformation movement.

Another notable figure was Elizabeth Lugan, a wealthy landowner from Lancashire, who played a significant role in the local community during the late 17th century. Her philanthropic efforts and support for education left a lasting impact on the region.

As the centuries passed, the Lugan surname continued to be represented across various fields, including the arts, sciences, and politics. While the name may have evolved or adapted to different cultural and linguistic influences, its roots remain firmly grounded in the rich Anglo-Saxon heritage of Britain.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Lugan

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

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

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