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

Morlet, 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 Morlet surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Morlet in America

Morlet is the 116829th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Morlet surname appeared 149 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 Morlet.

We can also compare 2010 data for Morlet 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 Morlet

The surname Morlet originated in France in the medieval era. It is derived from the Old French word "morlette," which referred to a type of decorative stonework or architectural ornament resembling a mulberry leaf. This suggests that the name may have been an occupational surname for a stonemason or craftsman who specialized in this particular style of decorative stone carving.

The earliest recorded instances of the Morlet name can be found in various historical records from the 12th and 13th centuries in regions of northern and central France, such as Normandy, Île-de-France, and Picardy. It is believed that the name may have originated in these areas, where the craft of stone masonry and architectural ornamentation was prevalent during the construction of numerous churches, castles, and other significant buildings.

One of the earliest known bearers of the Morlet name was Jean Morlet, a stonemason who lived in the town of Évreux, Normandy, in the late 12th century. His name appears in local records from the region, indicating his involvement in the construction or renovation of various ecclesiastical and secular structures.

Another notable figure was Pierre Morlet, a master stonemason who was born in Sens, Burgundy, in the early 13th century. He is believed to have worked on the construction of several prominent Gothic cathedrals in northern France, including Notre-Dame de Paris and the Cathedral of Chartres.

In the 14th century, the Morlet name appeared in the records of the city of Beauvais, where a family of skilled stonemasons and sculptors bearing this surname was known for their intricate carvings and architectural embellishments. One of their most celebrated works was the ornate façade of the Beauvais Cathedral, which featured intricate stonework and decorative elements reminiscent of the mulberry leaf motif.

During the Renaissance period, a notable figure named Jacques Morlet emerged as a renowned sculptor and architect in the town of Troyes, Champagne region. He was responsible for the design and construction of several churches and public buildings, showcasing his mastery of the decorative stonework that had become a hallmark of the Morlet family's craft.

In the 17th century, a branch of the Morlet family settled in the French province of Lorraine, where they continued their tradition of stonework and architectural ornamentation. One of the most renowned members of this branch was Nicolas Morlet, who was commissioned to create the intricate stone carvings and decorative elements for the Palais Ducal in Nancy, a magnificent Renaissance-style palace built for the Dukes of Lorraine.

Throughout the centuries, the Morlet surname has been associated with skilled craftsmen, stonemasons, and architects who have left their mark on the architectural heritage of France and beyond. While the name may have originated from a specific occupational role, it has since become a proud symbol of the artistic and technical mastery that has been passed down through generations of Morlet families.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Morlet

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

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

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