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

Ranous, 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 Ranous surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Ranous in America

Ranous is the 118853rd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Ranous surname appeared 146 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 Ranous.

We can also compare 2010 data for Ranous 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 Ranous

The surname Ranous has its origins in France, with roots dating back to the medieval period. The name is believed to be derived from the Old French word "renard," meaning "fox," suggesting that the original bearers of this name may have been associated with hunting, trapping, or other activities involving foxes.

The earliest recorded instances of the Ranous surname can be found in historical documents from the 13th century in the northern regions of France, particularly in the provinces of Normandy and Picardy. It is possible that the name was initially a descriptive nickname given to individuals who exhibited fox-like characteristics or had some connection to these animals.

In the 14th century, there are records of a nobleman named Jean Ranous, who served as a knight in the court of King Philip VI of France during the Hundred Years' War. Jean Ranous was born around 1310 and died in battle in 1346 during the Battle of Crécy, fighting against the English forces.

Another notable figure with the Ranous surname was Étienne Ranous, a renowned French architect and master builder who lived in the 16th century. He was responsible for the design and construction of several notable buildings in Paris, including the Hôtel de Ville (City Hall) and parts of the Louvre palace.

During the 17th century, the Ranous family established roots in the region of Burgundy, where they owned vineyards and were involved in the local wine trade. One prominent member of this branch was Pierre Ranous (1625-1693), a successful merchant and vintner who played a role in the development of the region's wine industry.

In the 18th century, a man named Jacques Ranous (1710-1782) gained recognition as a skilled engraver and printmaker, known for his intricate etchings and illustrations of historical events and landscapes.

As the Ranous surname spread across France and beyond, it underwent various spelling variations, including Renous, Renoux, and Renou. These variations may have resulted from regional dialects, scribal errors, or personal preferences over time.

While the Ranous name has its strongest historical ties to France, it has also been found in other parts of Europe, potentially carried by migrants or descendants of the original French families. However, the specific details of its spread and prevalence outside of France are less well-documented in historical records.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Ranous

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

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

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