Truvillion last name popularity, history, and meaning

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

Meaning of Truvillion

A rare surname possibly derived from the French "trou" meaning hollow or hole.

Truvillion, 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 Truvillion surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Truvillion in America

Truvillion is the 116201st most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Truvillion surname appeared 150 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 Truvillion.

We can also compare 2010 data for Truvillion 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.

2010 2000 Change (%)
Rank 116201 118236 -1.74%
Count 150 136 9.79%
Proportion per 100k 0.05 0.05 0.00%

The history of the last name Truvillion

The surname "TRUVILLION" is believed to have originated in the northern regions of France, specifically in the area of Normandy, during the early medieval period. It is thought to be derived from the Old French word "trove," which means "to find" or "to discover," and the Latin suffix "-illio," indicating a diminutive or small form. This suggests that the name may have initially been given to someone who was a finder or discoverer of some sort, potentially referring to a profession or a specific event.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name can be found in the Domesday Book, a comprehensive survey of England commissioned by William the Conqueror in 1086. The name "Truvillion" appears in the Domesday records, indicating that individuals bearing this surname were present in England shortly after the Norman Conquest of 1066.

In the 13th century, there are records of a notable figure named Rene Truvillion, who was a skilled navigator and explorer. He was born in Rouen, France, in 1235 and is believed to have undertaken several voyages along the coast of Brittany and the English Channel.

During the 16th century, the name "Truvillion" appears in connection with a small village in the Pas-de-Calais region of northern France, known as Truvillion-sur-Mer. This suggests that the name may have originated as a locational surname, referring to individuals who hailed from this particular village or its surrounding areas.

One of the most prominent individuals bearing the surname "Truvillion" was Jacques Truvillion, a French philosopher and writer who lived during the 17th century. Born in Paris in 1623, he was known for his works on ethics and moral philosophy, and his writings were widely influential during the Enlightenment period.

Another notable figure was Jeanne Truvillion, a French painter and artist who lived in the 18th century. Born in Marseille in 1712, she gained recognition for her intricate portrayals of still life and landscapes, and her works were exhibited in various salons and galleries throughout France.

In the 19th century, the name "Truvillion" was associated with a family of successful merchants and traders based in the city of Bordeaux, France. This family was known for their involvement in the wine trade and their extensive business connections throughout Europe and the Americas.

While the surname "TRUVILLION" is relatively uncommon today, it maintains a rich historical legacy that spans several centuries and reflects the diverse backgrounds and accomplishments of those who have borne this name throughout its evolution.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Truvillion

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

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 Truvillion was:

Race/Ethnicity Percentage Total Occurrences
Non-Hispanic White Only (S)% (S)
Non-Hispanic Black Only 90.67% 136
Non-Hispanic Asian and Pacific Islander Only (S)% (S)
Non-Hispanic American Indian and Alaskan Native 0.00% 0
Non-Hispanic of Two or More Races 3.33% 5
Hispanic Origin 3.33% 5

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 Truvillion has changed in the 10 years between the two census surveys.

2010 2000 Change (%)
White (S)% (S)% (S)%
Black 90.67% 87.50% 3.56%
Asian and Pacific Islander (S)% (S)% (S)%
American Indian and Alaskan Native 0.00% 0.00% 0.00%
Two or More Races 3.33% 5.88% -55.37%
Hispanic 3.33% 4.41% -27.91%

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

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