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

Porcher, 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 Porcher surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Porcher in America

Porcher is the 28909th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Porcher surname appeared 822 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 Porcher.

We can also compare 2010 data for Porcher 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 Porcher

The surname Porcher is of French origin, derived from the Old French word "porcher," which means "swineherd" or "pig farmer." This occupation-based surname first emerged in the 12th century in the northern regions of France, particularly in Normandy and Brittany.

The Porcher name is believed to have originated from the Latin word "porcarius," which translates to "keeper of swine" or "pig breeder." This occupation was common in rural areas where pig farming was a significant economic activity.

In the 13th century, the name Porcher appeared in various historical records, including the Domesday Book, a survey of landholdings commissioned by William the Conqueror in 1086. This record indicates the presence of individuals with the Porcher surname in England, likely descendants of Norman settlers who accompanied William the Conqueror during the Norman Conquest.

One of the earliest recorded individuals with the Porcher surname was Gilles Porcher, a knight from Normandy who participated in the Third Crusade under the leadership of King Richard I of England in the late 12th century.

During the Middle Ages, the Porcher family held lands and properties in various regions of France, particularly in the provinces of Normandy, Brittany, and Poitou. Notable individuals from this period include Jean Porcher (born c. 1390), a prominent landowner in the village of Coutances, and Pierre Porcher (c. 1450-1521), a respected magistrate and jurist from the city of Rouen.

In the 16th century, the Porcher name gained prominence with the birth of René Porcher (1524-1589), a French Protestant theologian and religious reformer. He played a significant role in the French Reformation and was a close associate of John Calvin.

Another notable figure was François Porcher (1676-1741), a French painter and engraver who was renowned for his portraits and religious works. His paintings can be found in several churches and museums across France.

During the 18th century, the Porcher family expanded its influence, with members holding positions of power and influence in various fields. One such individual was Charles-Gérard Porcher (1730-1809), a French military officer and diplomat who served as the ambassador to the Ottoman Empire.

Throughout history, the Porcher surname has been associated with numerous professions, ranging from agriculture and politics to the arts and sciences. While the name originated from a humble occupation, it has evolved to represent a diverse and accomplished lineage across various regions and cultures.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Porcher

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

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

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