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

Aimé, 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 Aimé surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Aimé in America

Aimé is the 31554th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Aimé surname appeared 733 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 Aimé.

We can also compare 2010 data for Aimé 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 Aimé

The surname AIME originated in northern France during the early Middle Ages. It is derived from the Old French word "aimé," meaning "beloved" or "loved one." This name likely emerged as a descriptive nickname referring to a person of affectionate character or one who was highly regarded within their community.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the AIME surname can be found in the Domesday Book, a comprehensive survey of land and property commissioned by William the Conqueror in 1086. The name appears in its Old French form, "Aimé," suggesting that it was already in use among the Norman population of England during the late 11th century.

In the 12th century, the AIME surname was associated with several notable figures, including Robert Aime, a French nobleman and crusader who participated in the Third Crusade under the leadership of Richard the Lionheart. Another prominent bearer of the name was Jean Aime, a 13th-century French poet and troubadour whose works were celebrated in the courts of southern France.

During the Renaissance period, the AIME surname gained further recognition through the accomplishments of several individuals. One such figure was Marguerite Aime, a 16th-century French noblewoman and patron of the arts, known for her support of renowned artists and intellectuals.

In the 17th century, the AIME surname appeared in various forms, including "Aimée" and "Aimey." This variation in spelling was common due to the lack of standardized orthography during that time. One notable bearer of the name was Pierre Aimé, a French mathematician and astronomer who made significant contributions to the field of celestial mechanics.

The 18th century saw the rise of Jacques-André Aime, a French philosopher and political theorist whose works on natural rights and social contract theory influenced the ideals of the French Revolution. Another notable figure was Marie-Anne Aimé, a French opera singer and actress who gained fame for her performances in Paris during the late 1700s.

As the AIME surname spread across Europe and beyond, it continued to be associated with individuals of distinction. In the 19th century, Auguste Aimé, a Swiss botanist and explorer, made significant contributions to the study of plant life in South America, while Victor Aimé, a French military officer, gained recognition for his bravery and leadership during the Napoleonic Wars.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Aimé

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

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

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