These Are the 15 Most Common Last Names in Michigan

While I run into people from time to time who share my last name, it doesn't happen very often. In fact, I've only met a handful of other LaBries over the years. That got me wondering: what are the most common last names in Michigan?

Some last names just seem to be everywhere. You hear them at school, see them on team rosters, hear them in movies and TV shows, and chances are you've known quite a few people who share them.

Using data compiled by Forebears, we tracked down the 15 most common last names in Michigan. Some of the names on this list are exactly what you'd expect, while a few might surprise you.

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Before we get to the list, here's a quick look at how the rankings were determined.

How Were Michigan's Most Common Last Names Determined?

The list is based on data compiled by Forebears, which tracks how common last names are in different states and countries. Depending on where you look, the exact order can change a bit, but the names below consistently show up among the most common in Michigan. For example, Smith and Johnson are almost always near the top. They just don't always land in the exact same spot.

Take a look and see if your last name made the list.