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

Pauleus, 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 Pauleus surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Pauleus in America

Pauleus is the 159712th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Pauleus surname appeared 101 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 Pauleus.

The history of the last name Pauleus

The surname PAULEUS is of Latin origin, derived from the Roman family name "Paulus," which means "small" or "humble." This name can be traced back to ancient Rome, where it was a common cognomen (an additional name or nickname) given to individuals of small stature or humble demeanor.

The earliest recorded instances of the PAULEUS surname can be found in medieval records from various regions of Europe, particularly in areas that were once part of the Roman Empire. In Italy, the PAULEUS name appeared in documents from the 11th century, while in France and Spain, it can be traced back to the 12th and 13th centuries, respectively.

One notable historical figure bearing the PAULEUS surname was Petrus Pauleus, a 13th-century Italian scholar and philosopher from Padua. He was renowned for his contributions to the study of logic and metaphysics, and his works were widely read and discussed in academic circles of the time.

In the 14th century, a French nobleman named Jean PAULEUS was mentioned in the royal chronicles of King Charles V. He served as a trusted advisor and diplomat, and his name appeared in several diplomatic correspondences and treaties negotiated during that period.

During the Renaissance, a prominent Dutch painter named Pieter PAULEUS (1548-1625) gained recognition for his masterful depictions of biblical scenes and landscapes. His works can be found in various museums and galleries across Europe.

Another notable figure was Sir Thomas PAULEUS (1589-1658), an English politician and landowner who served as a Member of Parliament during the reign of King Charles I. He was an influential figure in the events leading up to the English Civil War and was known for his staunch support of the Parliamentarian cause.

In the 18th century, a German composer and organist named Johann Friedrich PAULEUS (1728-1788) made significant contributions to the development of church music. His compositions were widely performed in churches and cathedrals across Germany and neighboring regions.

The PAULEUS surname has also been associated with various place names and locations throughout history. For example, the town of Pauley in Burgundy, France, is believed to have derived its name from the PAULEUS family who once held land and influence in the area. Similarly, the village of Paulusberg in Germany is thought to have been named after a prominent PAULEUS family that resided there during the Middle Ages.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Pauleus

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

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

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