Luvene
A French surname derived from the Latin word "Levis" meaning light or bright.
According to the 2010 US Census Bureau surname tables, roughly 137 Americans carry the last name Luvene. That puts it at #148,347 in the national surname ranking, appearing at a frequency of 0.04 per 100,000 people (about 1 in 2,501,856 residents).
This page is the full Name Census profile for the Luvene 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
137
1 in 2,501,856
Census rank
#148,347
2010 decennial data
Per 100,000
0.0
Frequency rate
Recorded bearers
111
very rare in the US
Popularity narrative
The Census Bureau recorded 111 bearers of the surname Luvene in its 2010 decennial surname file. At a rate of 0.04 per 100,000 residents, it holds the 148347th position in the national surname ranking.
Among Census respondents with the surname Luvene, the largest self-reported group is Black at 88.3%. The next largest groups are White (6.3%).
Origin
Meaning and origin of Luvene
The surname Luvene is believed to have originated in the region of Normandy, France, during the Middle Ages. It is thought to be derived from the Old French word "luve," which means "wolf." This suggests that the name may have been initially given as a nickname or descriptive name to someone who exhibited wolf-like characteristics or lived near an area inhabited by wolves.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Luvene can be found in the Domesday Book, a comprehensive record of landowners in England commissioned by William the Conqueror in 1086. The entry mentions a landowner named Raoul de Luvene, who held estates in Hampshire.
During the 13th century, the name Luvene appeared in various records across Normandy and parts of England. For instance, in 1247, a knight named Geoffroi de Luvene was recorded as participating in a tournament in Caen, Normandy. Additionally, in 1279, a merchant named Pierre Luvene was documented as trading goods between Rouen and London.
In the 14th century, the name Luvene gained prominence in the region of Poitou, France, where a noble family bearing the name owned several estates. One notable member of this family was Jean de Luvene, who was born in 1328 and served as a military commander during the Hundred Years' War.
Moving forward to the 16th century, the name Luvene was found in records from the Low Countries (present-day Belgium and the Netherlands). In 1542, a painter named Pieter Luvene was commissioned to create a series of religious paintings for a church in Antwerp.
Another prominent individual with the surname Luvene was Charles de Luvene, a French nobleman born in 1612. He was a renowned diplomat and served as an ambassador for King Louis XIV, representing France in various negotiations with other European powers.
In the 18th century, the name Luvene appeared in records from the German states, particularly in the region of Bavaria. Johann Luvene, born in 1735, was a respected scholar and author who wrote extensively on the history and culture of Bavaria.
Throughout its history, the surname Luvene has undergone various spelling variations, such as Luveine, Luvain, and Luvain-Wolff, reflecting regional linguistic differences and influences. While the name may not be as common today, it holds a rich historical legacy spanning multiple countries and centuries.
Demographics
Ancestry and ethnicity for Luvene
Among Census respondents with the surname Luvene, the largest self-reported group is Black at 88.3%. The next largest groups are White (6.3%).
The bar chart below shows how Luvene 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 Luvene surname at the time of the 2010 Census, not any inherent property of the name itself.
- Black or African American88.3%
- White6.3%
- Unknown or suppressed5.4%
Year on year
2000 vs 2010 Census
How has the Luvene 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 | #150,436 | #148,347 | 1.4% |
| Count | 100 | 111 | 11.0% |
| Per 100K | 0.04 | 0.04 | 0.0% |
Between the 2000 and 2010 Census, the number of Luvene bearers went from 100 to 111 (+11.0% change). The surname moved up 2,089 positions in the national ranking, going from #150,436 to #148,347.
FAQ
Luvene surname: questions and answers
How common is the last name Luvene?
The surname Luvene holds position #148,347 in the US Census Bureau's surname ranking, with an estimated 137 living bearers. It occurs at a rate of 0.04 per 100,000 Americans.
What is the ethnic background of the Luvene surname?
Among Census respondents with the surname Luvene, the largest self-reported group is Black at 88.3%. The next largest groups are White (6.3%). 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.