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

Buhlman, 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 Buhlman surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Buhlman in America

Buhlman is the 111426th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Buhlman surname appeared 158 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 Buhlman.

We can also compare 2010 data for Buhlman 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 Buhlman

The surname Buhlman has its roots in Germany, originating in the region of Baden-Württemberg. It is believed to have derived from the Old High German word "buohil," which translates to "little hill" or "small elevation." This suggests that the name may have initially referred to someone who lived near or on a small hill.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the Buhlman surname dates back to the late 15th century, when it appeared in the town records of Pforzheim, a city in the northern part of Baden-Württemberg. These early mentions often spelled the name as "Buhelman" or "Bühlman," reflecting the variations in spelling that were common in that era.

In the 16th century, the Buhlman name can be found in various historical documents, including tax records and property deeds, particularly in the areas around Karlsruhe and Stuttgart. This suggests that the family had established a presence in these regions during that time period.

One notable individual bearing the Buhlman surname was Johannes Buhlman, a Protestant theologian and educator who lived from 1542 to 1611. He served as a professor at the University of Tübingen and authored several theological works that were influential during the Reformation era.

Another historical figure was Hans Buhlman (1600-1673), a master carpenter and architect who played a significant role in the reconstruction efforts following the Thirty Years' War. His woodworking skills were highly regarded, and he is credited with the construction of several churches and public buildings in the city of Esslingen.

In the 18th century, the Buhlman name appears in connection with the village of Bühlertal, located in the Black Forest region of Baden-Württemberg. It is possible that this place name, which translates to "Bühl valley," may have influenced the spelling and pronunciation of the surname in that area.

One notable bearer of the Buhlman name from this period was Friedrich Buhlman (1725-1789), a respected clockmaker and inventor who lived in the town of Villingen. His innovations in clock design and manufacturing techniques were widely recognized and contributed to the region's reputation for quality timepiece production.

Another individual of note was Katharina Buhlman (1780-1859), a philanthropist and social reformer who dedicated her life to improving the living conditions of the poor and advocating for educational opportunities for children in her community.

As the Buhlman family spread throughout Germany and beyond, the surname continued to evolve and adapt to local dialects and spelling conventions. However, its origins as a locational name derived from the Old High German word "buohil" remain a significant part of its historical significance.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Buhlman

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

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

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