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

Rajotte, 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 Rajotte surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Rajotte in America

Rajotte is the 52037th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Rajotte surname appeared 399 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 Rajotte.

We can also compare 2010 data for Rajotte 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 Rajotte

The surname Rajotte is of French origin, with its roots traced back to the northern regions of France, particularly Normandy and Brittany. It is believed to have emerged during the medieval period, around the 12th or 13th century.

The name Rajotte is thought to be derived from the Old French word "rajout," which means "addition" or "supplement." This suggests that the name may have initially been used to refer to someone who lived in an additional or supplementary dwelling, or perhaps an individual who had acquired additional land or property.

In some historical records, the name appears with variations in spelling, such as Rajot, Rajotte, and Rajoutte. These variations are likely due to the evolution of the French language over time and the influence of regional dialects.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Rajotte can be found in the Cartulaire de l'abbaye de Saint-Pierre-sur-Dives, a medieval manuscript dating back to the 13th century. This document mentions a certain "Ricardus Rajotte" in the year 1264.

Another notable historical reference comes from the Livre des Bourgeois de la ville de Caen, a register of citizens from the city of Caen in Normandy. In this record, a "Guillelmus Rajotte" is listed as a resident in the year 1389.

Throughout history, several individuals bearing the surname Rajotte have gained recognition in various fields. One such figure is Jacques Rajotte (1630-1696), a French-Canadian explorer and fur trader who played a significant role in the early exploration of North America.

Another prominent individual is Louis-Étienne Rajotte (1828-1890), a Canadian lawyer and politician who served as a Member of Parliament in the Canadian House of Commons.

In the realm of literature, Marie-Louise Rajotte (1901-1984) was a notable French-Canadian author and poet, known for her works that explored themes of rural life and the struggles of ordinary people.

Jean-Claude Rajotte (1940-2020) was a respected Canadian actor and director, who had a prolific career in both theater and film, receiving numerous accolades for his contributions to the arts.

Lastly, François Rajotte (1956-present) is a Canadian businessman and politician who served as a Member of Parliament and held various cabinet positions in the Canadian government.

These are just a few examples of individuals throughout history who have carried the surname Rajotte, showcasing the diverse backgrounds and accomplishments associated with this French-derived name.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Rajotte

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

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

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