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

Soulas, 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 Soulas surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Soulas in America

Soulas is the 127494th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Soulas surname appeared 134 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 Soulas.

We can also compare 2010 data for Soulas 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 Soulas

The surname SOULAS is of French origin, with its roots dating back to the Middle Ages. It is derived from the Old French word "solaz," meaning solace, comfort, or amusement. The name was likely used to identify individuals who possessed traits such as cheerfulness or the ability to provide entertainment.

The earliest recorded instance of the name SOULAS can be traced back to the 13th century in the village of Soulas, located in the Ariège region of southwestern France. This region is known for its picturesque landscapes, medieval castles, and rich cultural heritage.

In the 14th century, the name SOULAS appeared in various historical records, including the "Cartulaire de l'abbaye de Sainte-Croix de Bordeaux," a collection of charters and documents from the Sainte-Croix Abbey in Bordeaux.

One notable bearer of the SOULAS name was Jean Soulas, a French composer and musician who lived in the early 16th century. He is renowned for his contributions to the French Renaissance period and his compositions for the lute.

During the 17th century, the name SOULAS gained prominence in the region of Languedoc, particularly in the city of Nîmes. Pierre Soulas (1618-1689) was a respected lawyer and magistrate who served as a judge in the Présidial court of Nîmes.

In the 18th century, the SOULAS family established itself in the Auvergne region of central France. Étienne Soulas (1738-1812) was a prominent figure during the French Revolution and served as a deputy in the National Assembly.

Another notable bearer of the SOULAS name was Jacques Soulas (1868-1942), a French politician and lawyer from the Tarn region. He played a significant role in the formation of the Radical Party and served as a member of the Chamber of Deputies.

Throughout its history, the surname SOULAS has been associated with various occupations, including musicians, lawyers, politicians, and members of the nobility. While its origins can be traced back to the Old French language, the name has endured over centuries and continues to be carried by individuals of French descent worldwide.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Soulas

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

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

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