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

Niolet, 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 Niolet surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Niolet in America

Niolet is the 142108th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Niolet surname appeared 117 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 Niolet.

The history of the last name Niolet

The surname NIOLET has its origins in France, dating back to the early medieval period. It is believed to have originated from the northern regions of the country, particularly in the areas around Normandy and Picardy. The name is thought to be derived from the Old French word "nioler," meaning "to prance" or "to strut," suggesting a possible occupational connection to someone who handled horses or worked with them.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name NIOLET can be found in the Domesday Book, a comprehensive record of landowners and their holdings in England commissioned by William the Conqueror in 1086. This suggests that individuals with this surname may have migrated to England during or shortly after the Norman conquest.

In the 13th century, a notable figure bearing the name NIOLET was Jean NIOLET, a knight who fought alongside King Philip IV of France during the Flemish uprisings of the late 1200s. Records indicate that he was born around 1260 and died in combat near Lille in 1302.

During the Renaissance period, a prominent member of the NIOLET family was Étienne NIOLET (1548-1618), a renowned artist and sculptor from Paris. His works can still be found adorning several churches and cathedrals throughout France.

In the 18th century, a wealthy merchant named Jacques NIOLET (1712-1789) played a significant role in the expansion of the French colonial empire in the West Indies. He established successful trading operations in Martinique and Guadeloupe, contributing to the economic growth of these French territories.

Another notable individual with the surname NIOLET was Marie-Louise NIOLET (1823-1897), a pioneering educator who founded one of the first schools for girls in Lyon, France. Her efforts were instrumental in promoting women's education during a time when it was still largely neglected.

While the surname NIOLET is not among the most common in France, it has a rich history dating back to the medieval era and has been associated with various notable figures throughout the centuries, from knights and artists to merchants and educators.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Niolet

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

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

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