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

Miniard, 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 Miniard surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Miniard in America

Miniard is the 33499th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Miniard surname appeared 681 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 Miniard.

We can also compare 2010 data for Miniard 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 Miniard

The surname Miniard is believed to have originated in France, specifically in the region of Normandy, during the medieval period. It is derived from the Old French word "miner," which means "to undermine" or "to dig," suggesting that the name may have been initially associated with individuals who worked as miners or excavators.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Miniard can be found in the Domesday Book, a comprehensive survey of land and property ownership commissioned by William the Conqueror in 1086. In this historical document, there are references to individuals with the surname Miniard residing in various parts of Normandy.

During the 12th century, the name Miniard appeared in several administrative records and charters from the region of Normandy. These documents provide valuable insights into the lives and activities of individuals bearing this surname, many of whom were engaged in mining or quarrying activities.

As the Miniard family spread across Europe, the name underwent various spelling variations, such as Minard, Minart, and Mignard. Some notable individuals with this surname include:

1. Pierre Miniard (1591-1668), a French painter and engraver known for his portraits and religious works.
2. Jean-Baptiste Miniard (1671-1737), a French architect who designed several notable buildings in Paris, including the Church of Saint-Sulpice.
3. Marie-Antoinette Miniard (1738-1812), a French noblewoman and salonnière who hosted influential literary and philosophical gatherings in Paris.
4. Jacques Miniard (1809-1875), a French engineer and inventor who contributed to the development of early steam engines and railways.
5. Émile Miniard (1868-1942), a French sculptor known for his monumental works and statues adorning public spaces in Paris.

The Miniard name has also been associated with various place names in France, such as Miniardville, a small village in the Normandy region, and Miniard-sur-Loire, a commune located along the Loire River.

Over the centuries, individuals bearing the surname Miniard have made significant contributions to various fields, including art, architecture, engineering, and literature, leaving an indelible mark on the cultural and historical landscape of France and beyond.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Miniard

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

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

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