2010
#159,712
National surname rank
Recorded bearers 101
First available Census row
Per 100,000 0.03
Very Rare Last name
Texier
A surname derived from the French word "texier" meaning a weaver or textile worker.
According to the 2020 US Census Bureau surname tables, roughly 116 Americans carry the last name Texier. That puts it at #155,270 in the national surname ranking, appearing at a frequency of 0.03 per 100,000 people (about 1 in 2,954,779 residents).
This page is the full Name Census profile for the Texier surname. You will find the Census Bureau frequency data, a multi-census history view, an ancestry and ethnicity breakdown based on self-reported demographics, the name's meaning and origin where available, and answers to the most common questions people ask about this surname.
Bearers in the US
116
1 in 2,954,779
Census rank
#155,270
2020 decennial data
Per 100,000
0.0
Frequency rate
Recorded bearers
101
very rare in the US
Popularity narrative
The Census Bureau recorded 101 bearers of the surname Texier in its 2020 decennial surname file. At a rate of 0.03 per 100,000 residents, it holds the 155270th position in the national surname ranking.
Among Census respondents with the surname Texier, the largest self-reported group is White at 69.3%. The next largest groups are Hispanic (25.7%) and Two or More Races (3.0%).
Origin
Meaning and origin of Texier
The surname Texier is of French origin, originating in the 12th century. It is derived from the Old French word "teissier," which means "weaver." The name was commonly found in the regions of Normandy and Brittany, where textile production was a prominent industry.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Texier can be found in the Domesday Book of 1086, which was a comprehensive survey of landowners and their properties commissioned by William the Conqueror. The name appeared as "Teissier," reflecting the Norman French spelling at the time.
In the 13th century, several notable individuals with the surname Texier emerged. Guillaume Texier (c. 1200-1270) was a renowned scholar and theologian from Paris, known for his extensive writings on canon law and theology. Pierre Texier (c. 1230-1290) was a prominent architect and stonemason who contributed to the construction of several churches and cathedrals in northern France.
During the 15th century, the name Texier was often associated with the textile trade. Jean Texier (c. 1410-1480) was a successful merchant and weaver from Rouen, whose business dealings extended throughout Europe. His son, Jacques Texier (c. 1450-1520), continued the family's legacy in the textile industry and became a respected figure in the city's guild system.
In the 17th century, the surname Texier gained prominence in the literary and artistic circles of France. René Texier (1589-1659) was a celebrated poet and playwright from Paris, known for his contributions to the French Renaissance literature. His contemporary, Nicolas Texier (1602-1676), was a skilled engraver and printmaker who produced numerous works depicting landscapes and historical scenes.
As the name Texier spread across Europe, it also took root in other countries. In the 19th century, Émile Texier (1822-1895) was a French geologist and paleontologist who made significant contributions to the study of fossils and prehistoric life. He conducted extensive research in various regions, including Spain and North Africa.
Throughout history, the surname Texier has been associated with numerous professions and achievements, reflecting its diverse origins and the versatility of those who have carried this name. While the name's roots can be traced back to the textile industry of medieval France, it has since branched out into various fields, leaving an indelible mark on various aspects of human endeavor.
Demographics
Ancestry and ethnicity for Texier
Among Census respondents with the surname Texier, the largest self-reported group is White at 69.3%. The next largest groups are Hispanic (25.7%) and Two or More Races (3.0%).
The bar chart below shows how Texier bearers described their own race and ethnicity on the 2020 Census form. The Census Bureau groups responses into six broad categories: White, Black or African American, Hispanic or Latino, Asian and Pacific Islander, American Indian and Alaska Native, and Two or More Races. When a category has too few respondents for a given surname, the Bureau suppresses the figure to protect individual privacy, which is why some names show fewer than six slices.
Percentages are shown for every Census year so the breakdown stays comparable over time. When the source file also includes raw headcounts, Name Census shows those alongside the percentages in the legend.
Keep in mind that these are self-reported numbers. A person's surname does not determine their race or ethnicity, and the distribution you see here reflects the specific population who happened to carry the Texier surname at the time of the 2020 Census, not any inherent property of the name itself.
- White69.3% · 70
- Hispanic or Latino25.7% · 26
- Two or more races3.0% · 3
- Black or African American1.0% · 1
- Asian and Pacific Islander1.0% · 1
Timeline
Historical Census data for Texier
Texier appears in 2 published Census surname files: 2010, 2020. The cards below show how the name's rank and bearer count changed across each release.
2020
#155,270
National surname rank
Recorded bearers 101
+0 bearers (+0.0%)
Per 100,000 0.03
Rank movement Up 4,442 places
| Year | Rank | Count | Per 100K | Count change | Rank change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | #159,712 | 101 | 0.03 | First available Census row | First available Census row |
| 2020 | #155,270 | 101 | 0.03 | +0 bearers (+0.0%) | Up 4,442 places |
For 2020, the Census Bureau published race and Hispanic-origin columns as counts rather than percentages. Name Census converts those counts back into shares so the ancestry section stays comparable with the older surname files.
Year on year
2010 vs 2020 Census
How has the Texier surname changed between Census years? The chart shows bearer count side by side, and the table compares rank, count, and frequency.
Census year comparison
20102020
| Metric | 2010 | 2020 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #159,712 | #155,270 | 2.8% |
| Count | 101 | 101 | 0.0% |
| Per 100K | 0.03 | 0.03 | 12.6% |
Between the 2010 and 2020 Census, the number of Texier bearers went from 101 to 101 (+0.0% change). The surname moved up 4,442 positions in the national ranking, going from #159,712 to #155,270.
FAQ
Texier surname: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. have the surname Texier?
Name Census estimates that about 116 living Americans carry the surname Texier. Using the current population baseline, that works out to roughly 1 in 2,954,779 residents.
How common is Texier?
Texier ranks #155,270 in the 2020 Census surname tables and is classified on this site as "Very Rare." The Census recorded the name at a frequency of 0.03 per 100,000 residents, which is about 0 people out of every 100,000.
How many people with this surname were counted in the Census?
The raw 2020 Census file counted 101 people with the surname Texier. That is different from the site's living-bearer estimate (116), which projects the surname's present-day count by applying the Census frequency rate to the current U.S. population.
What does 0.03 per 100,000 actually mean?
It is the Census Bureau's normalized frequency measure. A rate of 0.03 per 100,000 means that if you picked a random group of 100,000 U.S. residents, you would expect about 0 of them to have the surname Texier.
Has Texier become more or less common over time?
Between 2010 and 2020, the surname Texier went from 101 recorded bearers to 101. That is an increase of 0 (+0.0%). In the national ranking it rose from #159,712 to #155,270.
What does the Census say about the background of Texier?
Among Census respondents with the surname Texier, the largest self-reported group is White at 69.3%. The next largest groups are Hispanic (25.7%) and Two or More Races (3.0%). These figures come from the 2020 Census Bureau surname tables, based on how respondents described their own race and ethnicity.
Which group reports this surname most often?
White is the largest self-reported group for the surname Texier in the 2020 Census, accounting for 69.3% (70 people in the source table).
What is the full ancestry breakdown?
Texier appears across multiple self-reported groups in the Census data. The largest shares in the 2020 file are White (69.3%), Hispanic (25.7%), Two or More Races (3.0%). For 2020, the source file also published raw headcounts for each group, which is why this page can show both percentages and counts in the ancestry section.
Is this page using the latest Census data?
Yes. This page is using the latest surname file currently loaded on Name Census, which is 2020. The historical section above also keeps any older Census surname entries we have for Texier (2010, 2020).
Does the Census include every surname?
No. The Census Bureau only publishes surnames that appeared at least 100 times in a given decennial Census. That means very rare surnames are excluded entirely, and a surname can appear in one Census release but disappear from a later one if it falls below the reporting threshold.
Why don't the ancestry percentages always add up to exactly 100%?
There are two main reasons: rounding and suppression. The Census Bureau rounds published values, and it may suppress very small cells to protect privacy. For 2020, the Bureau also published raw group counts rather than direct percentages, so Name Census converts those counts back into shares for comparability across census years.
What does Texier mean?
A surname derived from the French word "texier" meaning a weaver or textile worker. The fuller origin note on this page goes into more detail.
Where does the surname data come from?
All surname statistics on Name Census are drawn from the US Census Bureau's decennial surname frequency tables. These files list every surname that appeared 100 or more times in the 2020 Census, along with a count, a per-100,000 rate, and a self-reported demographic breakdown. You can read the full explanation on our methodology page.
How does Name Census estimate living bearers?
For surnames, Name Census does not age cohorts the way it does for first names. Instead, it takes the Census Bureau's published frequency for Texier (0.03 per 100,000) and applies that rate to the current U.S. resident population to estimate how many living Americans have the surname today.
How many people have the last name Texier?
See how many people are called Texier on HowManyOfMe.org, our sister site built around that single question.