Pasquin
A surname of uncertain origin, possibly from the Latin "pasquinus", meaning a Roman satirical statue.
According to the 2010 US Census Bureau surname tables, roughly 137 Americans carry the last name Pasquin. That puts it at #139,228 in the national surname ranking, appearing at a frequency of 0.04 per 100,000 people (about 1 in 2,501,856 residents).
This page is the full Name Census profile for the Pasquin surname. You will find the Census Bureau frequency data, an ancestry and ethnicity breakdown based on self-reported demographics, the name's meaning and origin where available, and answers to the most common questions people ask about this surname.
Bearers in the US
137
1 in 2,501,856
Census rank
#139,228
2010 decennial data
Per 100,000
0.0
Frequency rate
Recorded bearers
120
very rare in the US
Popularity narrative
The Census Bureau recorded 120 bearers of the surname Pasquin in its 2010 decennial surname file. At a rate of 0.04 per 100,000 residents, it holds the 139228th position in the national surname ranking.
Among Census respondents with the surname Pasquin, the largest self-reported group is White at 78.3%. The next largest groups are Asian/Pacific Islander (12.5%) and Hispanic (5.8%).
Origin
Meaning and origin of Pasquin
The surname Pasquin originated in Italy during the 16th century. It is derived from the Italian word "Pasquino," which refers to a famous talking statue in Rome known as the Pasquino. This statue was a fragmentary torso discovered in 1501 near the Palazzo Braschi and was named after a tailor whose shop was located nearby.
The Pasquino statue became a popular place for people to anonymously post satirical verses and criticisms of the papal government and the ruling elite. These anonymous writings were known as "pasquinades," and the practice of posting them was called "pasquinading." The surname Pasquin likely originated from individuals who were involved in this tradition of political satire.
One of the earliest recorded uses of the name Pasquin can be found in the 1543 book "De Copia Verborum" by Desiderius Erasmus, where he mentions a character named "Pasquino." This suggests that the surname was already in use by the mid-16th century.
In the 17th century, a notable figure with the surname Pasquin was Claude Pasquin, a French poet and satirist born in 1622. He was known for his biting critiques of the French monarchy and the Catholic Church.
Another significant bearer of the name was Jean-Baptiste Pasquin, a French playwright and librettist born in 1706. He collaborated with renowned composers such as Jean-Philippe Rameau and wrote several operas and comedies that were popular during the 18th century.
In the 19th century, Etienne Pasquin (1834-1899) was a French historian and author who specialized in the history of the French Revolution. He wrote several books, including "Histoire de l'Insurrection Royaliste en l'An VII" (History of the Royalist Insurrection in the Year VII).
A more recent figure with the Pasquin surname was Alain Pasquin (1921-2000), a French actor and theater director. He had a prolific career in both film and theater, appearing in numerous productions throughout the 20th century.
While the surname Pasquin is not particularly common, it has a rich history rooted in the tradition of political satire and criticism in Italy during the Renaissance period. The name has been carried by writers, artists, and intellectuals throughout the centuries, reflecting its origins in the world of literature and social commentary.
Demographics
Ancestry and ethnicity for Pasquin
Among Census respondents with the surname Pasquin, the largest self-reported group is White at 78.3%. The next largest groups are Asian/Pacific Islander (12.5%) and Hispanic (5.8%).
The bar chart below shows how Pasquin bearers described their own race and ethnicity on the 2010 Census form. The Census Bureau groups responses into six broad categories: White, Black or African American, Hispanic or Latino, Asian and Pacific Islander, American Indian and Alaska Native, and Two or More Races. When a category has too few respondents for a given surname, the Bureau suppresses the figure to protect individual privacy, which is why some names show fewer than six slices.
Keep in mind that these are self-reported numbers. A person's surname does not determine their race or ethnicity, and the distribution you see here reflects the specific population who happened to carry the Pasquin surname at the time of the 2010 Census, not any inherent property of the name itself.
- White78.3%
- Asian and Pacific Islander12.5%
- Hispanic or Latino5.8%
Year on year
2010 vs 2010 Census
How has the Pasquin surname changed between Census years? The chart shows bearer count side by side, and the table compares rank, count, and frequency.
Census year comparison
| Metric | 2010 | 2010 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #139,228 | #139,228 | 0.0% |
| Count | 120 | 120 | 0.0% |
| Per 100K | 0.04 | 0.04 | 0.0% |
Between the 2010 and 2010 Census, the number of Pasquin bearers went from 120 to 120 (+0.0% change). The surname held its position in the national ranking, going from #139,228 to #139,228.
Notable bearers
Famous people with the surname Pasquin
FAQ
Pasquin surname: questions and answers
How common is the last name Pasquin?
The surname Pasquin holds position #139,228 in the US Census Bureau's surname ranking, with an estimated 137 living bearers. It occurs at a rate of 0.04 per 100,000 Americans.
What is the ethnic background of the Pasquin surname?
Among Census respondents with the surname Pasquin, the largest self-reported group is White at 78.3%. The next largest groups are Asian/Pacific Islander (12.5%) and Hispanic (5.8%). These figures come from the 2010 Census Bureau surname tables, based on how respondents described their own race and ethnicity.
Where does this surname data come from?
All surname statistics on Name Census are drawn from the US Census Bureau's decennial surname frequency tables. These tables list every surname that appeared 100 or more times in the 2010 Census, along with a frequency rate and self-reported demographic breakdown. You can read the full explanation on our methodology page.