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

Bultemeier, 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 Bultemeier surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Bultemeier in America

Bultemeier is the 66931st most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Bultemeier surname appeared 295 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 Bultemeier.

We can also compare 2010 data for Bultemeier 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 Bultemeier

The surname Bultemeier is of German origin, with its roots traced back to the Middle Ages. It is believed to have originated in the northern regions of Germany, particularly in the areas around Lower Saxony and Westphalia. The name itself is a combination of two Old German words: "Bulte," meaning "bolt" or "bar," and "Meier," which refers to a manager or overseer of an estate or farm.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Bultemeier can be found in the Codex Diplomaticus Saxoniae, a collection of medieval documents from the 12th century. This suggests that the name was already in use during this period, possibly associated with individuals who worked as overseers or managers of agricultural properties.

In the 14th century, there are records of a certain Johannes Bultemeier, a landowner and farmer from the village of Stemwede in Westphalia. His name appears in local tax records and land registries, indicating the family's long-standing presence in the region.

During the 16th century, the Bultemeier name gained prominence with the rise of Gerhard Bultemeier (1499-1567), a prominent Lutheran theologian and reformer. Gerhard played a significant role in the Reformation movement in Germany and authored several influential theological works.

Another notable figure bearing the Bultemeier name was Johann Bultemeier (1630-1695), a renowned clockmaker and inventor from the city of Münster. His intricate clock designs and innovative techniques were highly regarded during his lifetime, and some of his creations can still be found in museums and private collections.

In the 19th century, the Bultemeier family expanded its reach beyond Germany, with some members emigrating to other parts of Europe and even to the Americas. One such individual was Karl Bultemeier (1819-1892), a German-born businessman who settled in the United States and established a successful trading company in New York City.

Towards the end of the 19th century, the Bultemeier name gained literary recognition through the works of Maria Bultemeier (1855-1928), a German novelist and short story writer. Her novels, which often explored themes of rural life and societal challenges, were widely read and acclaimed during her lifetime.

While the Bultemeier surname may not be as widespread as some other German names, it has left an indelible mark throughout history, from the agricultural roots of its origins to the contributions made by individuals in various fields, including theology, craftsmanship, business, and literature.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Bultemeier

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

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

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