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

St-Preux, 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 St-Preux surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of St-Preux in America

St-Preux is the 78316th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The St-Preux surname appeared 244 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 St-Preux.

We can also compare 2010 data for St-Preux 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 St-Preux

The surname STPREUX has its origins in France, where it emerged in the early medieval period. It is believed to be derived from the Old French name "Saint-Preux," which translates to "brave saint" or "valiant saint." This name may have been bestowed upon an individual who demonstrated exceptional courage or bravery in battle or during a time of conflict.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name STPREUX can be traced back to the 12th century, where it appeared in historical records from the region of Normandy. The name was likely associated with a noble family or individuals who held prominent positions within the feudal system of the time.

In the 13th century, a notable figure bearing the name STPREUX was Sir Robert de Saint-Preux, a French knight who participated in the Seventh Crusade. He was renowned for his valor and skill on the battlefield, further cementing the association between the name and bravery.

During the 16th century, a branch of the STPREUX family settled in the region of Brittany, where they established themselves as landowners and influential figures in local affairs. One notable individual from this period was Jean de Saint-Preux, born in 1547, who served as a magistrate and played a significant role in the administration of justice in the region.

In the late 17th century, a prominent member of the STPREUX family was Marie-Anne de Saint-Preux, born in 1672. She was a renowned salonnière, hosting literary and philosophical gatherings in her Parisian salon, which attracted some of the most influential thinkers and writers of the time.

Another notable figure bearing the name STPREUX was François de Saint-Preux, born in 1726, who was a French military officer and diplomat. He served as an ambassador to several European courts and played a crucial role in negotiating treaties and fostering diplomatic relations between France and other nations.

Throughout its history, the surname STPREUX has maintained its connection to nobility, bravery, and distinguished service, reflecting the values and qualities associated with its origins as a name bestowed upon those who demonstrated exceptional valor and courage.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name St-Preux

We also have some data on the ancestry of people with the surname St-Preux.

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 St-Preux 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 St-Preux 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 St-Preux was researched and written by our team of onomatology and genealogy experts.

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