Bomer
An invented name of unknown meaning.
Name Census estimates that about 0 living Americans carry the first name Bomer. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Bomer today is around 0 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Bomer births was 1915 (5 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Bomer. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Bomer. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
0
~ - Americans
Peak year
1915
5 babies that year
Average age
-
1915 SSA rank
#3,888
Tracked since 1915
Popularity
Bomer: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Bomer by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Bomer during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1910s | 5 | 0 | 5 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Bomer
The name Bomer is believed to have originated from the German language, with its roots dating back to the Middle Ages. The name is derived from the German word "bomer," which means "one who lives near the trees." This suggests that the name was initially associated with people who resided in or near forested areas.
During the medieval period, the name Bomer was primarily found in the Germanic regions of central Europe. It was commonly used as a surname or a descriptive name to identify individuals based on their occupation or place of residence. The earliest recorded instances of the name Bomer can be traced back to the 14th century, where it appeared in various historical documents and records.
One of the earliest known individuals with the name Bomer was Hans Bomer, a renowned German woodcarver who lived in the late 15th century. He was renowned for his intricate and detailed woodcarvings adorning churches and cathedrals throughout Germany. Another notable figure was Johann Bomer, a German Lutheran theologian and reformer who lived from 1520 to 1584. He played a significant role in the Protestant Reformation and was a close associate of Martin Luther.
In the 17th century, a Dutch painter named Bomer van Leefdael gained recognition for his landscapes and still-life paintings. Although little is known about his personal life, his works have been preserved in various museums and private collections.
Moving forward to the 19th century, a German philosopher named Friedrich Bomer (1801-1879) made significant contributions to the field of ethics and moral philosophy. His writings explored the concepts of duty, virtue, and the foundations of ethical behavior.
In more recent history, one of the most prominent individuals bearing the name Bomer was Hans Bomer, a German-American architect who lived from 1925 to 2012. He was renowned for his innovative and sustainable architectural designs, many of which can be found in major cities across the United States.
It is worth noting that while the name Bomer has a rich history and has been borne by notable individuals throughout the centuries, it has remained relatively uncommon compared to other Germanic names. Nonetheless, its unique origins and connection to nature and craftsmanship have contributed to its enduring presence in various cultures and societies.
People
Bomer + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Bomer as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with B
Other first names starting with B with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Bomer: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Bomer?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 0 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Bomer going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about - US residents.
Is Bomer a common name?
We classify Bomer as "Very Rare". It ranks above 2.9% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 5 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Bomer most popular?
The single biggest year for Bomer was 1915, when 5 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Bomer is about 0 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Bomer in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Bomer a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Bomer in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Bomer still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Bomer in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Bomer can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many people have the name Bomer?
If you just want to know how many people have the name Bomer, HowManyOfMe.org gives you the headline number in one glance.