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

Verrett, 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 Verrett surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Verrett in America

Verrett is the 16261st most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Verrett surname appeared 1,774 times in the 2010 census and if you were to sample 100,000 people in the United States, approximately 1 people would have the surname Verrett.

We can also compare 2010 data for Verrett 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 Verrett

The surname Verrett originated in France during the Middle Ages. It is derived from the Old French word "verre," which means "glass." This suggests that the earliest bearers of this name may have been involved in the production or trade of glassware.

The name first appeared in historical records in the late 12th century, with the earliest known instance being a reference to a "Guillaume Verret" in a document from the region of Normandy, France, dated around 1180 CE.

Throughout the 13th and 14th centuries, the Verrett name can be found in various records and manuscripts from northern France, particularly in the areas of Normandy and Picardy. During this period, the name also appears in different spellings, such as "Verret," "Verray," and "Verré."

One notable historical figure with this surname was Jean Verrett, a French glass artisan who lived in the 15th century. He is credited with introducing innovative techniques in glass blowing and is believed to have influenced the development of stained glass windows in churches across Europe.

In the 16th century, the name spread to other parts of France, with records showing individuals bearing the surname in regions like Brittany and Poitou. A prominent figure from this era was François Verrett, a renowned architect who contributed to the design and construction of several notable buildings in Paris, including the Louvre Palace.

As the Verrett name continued to spread throughout France, it also began to appear in other European countries, likely due to migration and trade. In the 17th century, there are records of individuals with this surname in England, with one notable example being William Verrett, a merchant from London who established successful trading routes with the French colonies in the Caribbean.

In the 18th century, the Verrett name gained further recognition with the birth of Jean-Baptiste Verrett, a French artist and engraver who gained fame for his intricate etchings and illustrations. His works were widely praised and can be found in several prestigious art collections across Europe.

Another notable figure from this period was Marie-Anne Verrett, a French author and poet who was celebrated for her romantic and lyrical writings. Her poetry collection, "Échos de l'Âme" (Echoes of the Soul), published in 1789, received critical acclaim and is considered a significant contribution to the literary landscape of the time.

As the centuries progressed, the Verrett name continued to be carried by individuals from various walks of life, including scholars, artists, and professionals, further solidifying its place in the historical tapestry of many regions and cultures.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Verrett

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

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

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