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

Meite, 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 Meite surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Meite in America

Meite is the 154907th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Meite surname appeared 105 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 Meite.

The history of the last name Meite

The surname MEITE is of French origin, originating in the northern regions of France during the late medieval period, around the 13th to 15th centuries. It is believed to be derived from the Old French word "mete," which means a boundary or limit, suggesting that the name may have been given to someone living near a boundary or border.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name MEITE can be found in the records of the Duchy of Normandy in the 14th century, where a certain Jean Meite was listed as a landowner in the village of Pontorson. This suggests that the name may have originated in the Normandy region and later spread to other parts of France.

In the 16th century, the MEITE name appeared in the records of the city of Rouen, where a family by the name of Meite was known for their involvement in the textile trade. This indicates that the name may have been associated with certain professions or trades during that time.

A notable figure bearing the MEITE surname was Marie-Anne Meite, a French author and poet who lived in the 18th century (1723-1798). Her works, which explored themes of love and nature, were widely acclaimed during her lifetime and contributed to the literary culture of that era.

Another historically significant individual with the MEITE name was Jacques Meite (1790-1867), a French military officer who served under Napoleon Bonaparte. He participated in several major battles and campaigns, including the Napoleonic Wars, and rose through the ranks to become a decorated general.

In the 19th century, the MEITE name can be found in the records of the French colonial administration in Africa, particularly in the regions of Senegal and Côte d'Ivoire. This suggests that the name may have been carried by French settlers and administrators to these territories during the colonial era.

During the 20th century, one notable figure with the MEITE surname was Léonie Meite (1902-1987), a French sculptor and artist known for her works in bronze and stone. Her sculptures, which often depicted scenes from everyday life, were exhibited in prestigious galleries and museums throughout France.

It is worth noting that while the MEITE name has its origins in France, it has likely spread to other parts of the world due to migration and cultural exchange over the centuries.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Meite

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

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

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