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

Razee, 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 Razee surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Razee in America

Razee is the 122314th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Razee surname appeared 141 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 Razee.

We can also compare 2010 data for Razee 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 Razee

The surname "Razee" is believed to have originated in France, with its roots tracing back to the 16th or 17th century. It is derived from the French word "raser," which means "to raze" or "to demolish." This suggests that the name may have been initially given to someone who worked in a profession related to demolition or construction.

One of the earliest known instances of the name "Razee" can be found in the parish records of a small village in the Normandy region of France, dated around 1650. It is likely that the name first emerged in this area before spreading to other parts of the country.

During the 18th century, the name appears to have made its way across the English Channel to England. The first recorded instance of the name in England is in the baptismal records of St. Mary's Church in London, where a child named Jacques Razee was baptized in 1712. This suggests that the family may have been part of the Huguenot migration from France to England during that period.

In the 19th century, the name "Razee" gained some prominence with the birth of Sir John Razee (1782-1856), a British naval officer who served in the Royal Navy during the Napoleonic Wars. He is best known for his role in the Battle of Trafalgar in 1805, where he commanded the HMS Indefatigable.

Another notable figure with the surname "Razee" was Pierre Razee (1870-1945), a French sculptor and artist who was known for his works in bronze and marble. He is particularly renowned for his sculptures adorning the facades of several historic buildings in Paris.

In the United States, one of the earliest recorded instances of the name "Razee" dates back to the late 18th century, with the arrival of French immigrants to the Louisiana Territory. One such individual was Jean-Baptiste Razee (1755-1823), a merchant and landowner who settled in the city of New Orleans.

Throughout the 19th and early 20th centuries, the name "Razee" appeared in various historical records across Europe and North America, including census records, military rosters, and immigration documents. Some notable individuals bearing this surname during this period include:

1. Henri Razee (1818-1892), a French artist and painter known for his landscapes and portraits.
2. William Razee (1832-1901), an English clergyman and author who published several theological works.
3. Marie Razee (1865-1941), a Belgian philanthropist and social reformer who advocated for women's rights and education.
4. Charles Razee (1877-1958), an American businessman and entrepreneur who founded the Razee Manufacturing Company in Chicago.
5. Émile Razee (1892-1976), a French architect and urban planner who designed several notable buildings in Paris and Marseille.

While the surname "Razee" may not be among the most common names today, its history spans several centuries and countries, reflecting the diverse backgrounds and experiences of those who have carried this name throughout the ages.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Razee

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

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

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