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

Venard, 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 Venard surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Venard in America

Venard is the 44109th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Venard surname appeared 488 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 Venard.

We can also compare 2010 data for Venard 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 Venard

The surname Venard has its origins in France, with roots dating back to the Middle Ages. It is derived from the Old French word "vener," meaning "to hunt." The name likely originated among families living in rural regions of northern and central France, where hunting was a common occupation or pastime.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the surname Venard can be found in the Livre des Métiers, a medieval document listing the trades and crafts of Paris, which mentions a "Jean Venard" as a huntsman in the 13th century. The name is also present in various regional records and medieval charters from the 14th and 15th centuries, such as the Cartulaire de l'Abbaye de Saint-Père de Chartres.

During the Renaissance period, the surname Venard gained prominence in the region of Burgundy, where it was associated with several noble families. A notable figure from this time was Claude Venard (1510-1573), a French jurist and author who served as a counselor to the Parlement of Dijon and wrote several legal treatises.

The name Venard can also be traced to the village of Vernard, located in the department of Puy-de-Dôme in the Auvergne region of central France. This place name likely originated from the Gallo-Roman word "vernaculum," meaning "of the local vernacular," suggesting a connection to the area's linguistic heritage.

In the 17th century, a prominent member of the Venard family was Jean-Baptiste Venard (1654-1737), a French playwright and poet who wrote several comedies and satires. His works were performed at the Théâtre Français in Paris and earned him recognition among the literary circles of his time.

Another notable figure was François Venard (1765-1838), a French military officer who served under Napoleon Bonaparte. He participated in several campaigns, including the Napoleonic Wars, and rose to the rank of brigadier general before retiring from military service.

During the 19th century, the Venard surname was also found in Quebec, Canada, where several families of French descent had settled. One example is Joseph Venard (1825-1899), a Canadian farmer and businessman who established a successful agricultural enterprise in the region of Beauce.

Throughout its history, the surname Venard has been associated with diverse professions and backgrounds, reflecting the rich tapestry of French culture and society. While the name may have originated from humble rural roots, it has also been borne by prominent figures in law, literature, and military service, showcasing the diversity of individuals who have carried this surname over the centuries.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Venard

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

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

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