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

Axmann, 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 Axmann surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Axmann in America

Axmann is the 149395th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Axmann surname appeared 110 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 Axmann.

The history of the last name Axmann

The surname Axmann originates from Germany and is believed to have first appeared in the 14th century. It is derived from the Old High German word "ahhiz," meaning "axe," and the suffix "-mann," signifying "man." This suggests that the name was initially given to someone who worked as an axe maker or wielder.

Axmann is a common name found in various regions of Germany, particularly in the southern states of Bavaria and Baden-Württemberg. The earliest recorded instances of the name can be traced back to medieval German documents, such as village records and tax rolls.

One notable historical reference to the Axmann name is found in the Große Brandenburger Kirchenbuch, a church register from Brandenburg dating back to the 16th century. This record mentions several individuals with the Axmann surname, indicating the name's presence in the region during that time period.

In the 17th century, the Axmann name appeared in the Kirchenbücher (church books) of the town of Neustettin in Pomerania, now part of modern-day Poland. These records document the births, marriages, and deaths of Axmann families in the area.

Among the notable individuals with the Axmann surname throughout history are:

1. Hans Axmann (1551-1609), a German composer and organist known for his sacred music compositions.
2. Johann Gottfried Axmann (1679-1743), a German mathematician and astronomer who made significant contributions to the study of celestial mechanics.
3. Karl Axmann (1826-1896), a German sculptor and artist known for his works in bronze and marble.
4. Artur Axmann (1913-1996), a German Nazi official who served as the last leader of the Hitler Youth organization during World War II.
5. Friedhelm Axmann (born 1957), a German former professional footballer who played as a defender for several Bundesliga clubs.

While the Axmann name can be traced back to medieval times, its origins are firmly rooted in Germany, where it was likely derived from the occupation of axe makers or woodworkers. The name has been found in various historical records and documents across different regions of the country, reflecting its widespread presence and significance throughout German history.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Axmann

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

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 Axmann 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.

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

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