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

Manous, 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 Manous surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Manous in America

Manous is the 72568th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Manous surname appeared 268 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 Manous.

We can also compare 2010 data for Manous 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 Manous

The surname "MANOUS" is believed to have originated in France, with its roots dating back to the medieval period. It is thought to be derived from the Old French word "manoir," which referred to a manor or a large country house. This suggests that the name may have initially been associated with individuals who lived or worked on such estates.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name appears in the Domesday Book of 1086, which was a comprehensive survey of land ownership and population in England commissioned by William the Conqueror. The name is listed as "Manouers," which is likely an early spelling variation.

During the 13th century, the name "Manous" can be found in various historical documents from the Normandy region of France. This indicates that the name may have originated in this area before spreading to other parts of Europe through migration and trade.

In the 14th century, a notable individual named Jean Manous (born around 1320) was recorded as a prominent landowner and knight in the service of the French royal court. His descendants continued to use the surname, and it gradually spread across France and into neighboring regions.

Another significant figure bearing the name was Pierre Manous (1450-1521), a French scholar and theologian who was renowned for his contributions to the study of canon law. He served as a professor at the University of Paris and authored several influential works on ecclesiastical jurisprudence.

During the 16th century, the name appeared in various records from the Netherlands, suggesting that some individuals with the surname may have migrated or established roots in that region. One example is Cornelis Manous (1520-1585), a Dutch merchant and trader who played a role in the establishment of trade routes between the Netherlands and the East Indies.

In the 17th century, the name "Manous" can be found in records from the British Isles, potentially indicating the migration of individuals bearing the surname from continental Europe. One notable figure was William Manous (1630-1698), an English clergyman and author who wrote extensively on theological subjects.

Throughout its history, the surname "MANOUS" has been associated with individuals from various walks of life, including landowners, scholars, merchants, and clergy members. While its precise origins may be difficult to pinpoint, the name has endured over centuries and spread across different regions, reflecting the movements and migrations of those who bore it.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Manous

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

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

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