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

Demery, 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 Demery surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Demery in America

Demery is the 12357th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Demery surname appeared 2,516 times in the 2010 census and if you were to sample 100,000 people in the United States, approximately 1 people would have the surname Demery.

We can also compare 2010 data for Demery 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 Demery

The surname DEMERY has its origins in France, with records indicating its presence as early as the 11th century. It is believed to have derived from the Old French word "de" meaning "from" and "mer" meaning "sea" or "ocean." This suggests that the name may have been initially adopted by individuals who resided near the coast or had some connection to maritime activities.

One of the earliest known references to the name DEMERY can be found in the Domesday Book, a comprehensive survey of land ownership and taxation commissioned by William the Conqueror in 1086. The book contains several entries referring to individuals with the surname DEMERY, indicating their presence in various parts of Normandy, France, at that time.

During the Middle Ages, the name DEMERY appeared in various historical records, including medieval charters, property deeds, and legal documents. One notable example is the mention of a nobleman named Raoul DEMERY in a charter dated 1275, granting him land and titles in the region of Picardy, France.

In the 16th century, a prominent figure bearing the surname DEMERY was Jean DEMERY (1505-1573), a French diplomat and statesman who served as an ambassador to several European courts during the reign of King Henry II of France. His diplomatic skills and political acumen contributed to the strengthening of France's international relations during that period.

Another notable individual with the surname DEMERY was Marie DEMERY (1623-1698), a French nun and mystic who founded the Order of the Daughters of the Immaculate Conception. Her writings and teachings on spirituality and devotion to the Virgin Mary influenced religious thought and practices in 17th-century France.

In the 18th century, Jacques DEMERY (1732-1804) gained recognition as a renowned French architect and urban planner. His work on the reconstruction and renovation of several cities in France, including Bordeaux and Lyon, left a lasting impact on the architectural landscape of the country.

The surname DEMERY can also be traced to various place names in France, such as Demery-en-Champagne, a commune in the Marne department, and Demery-sur-Meuse, a commune in the Meuse department. These place names likely derived from the same root as the surname, indicating the geographical origins or associations of individuals bearing this name.

Throughout its history, the surname DEMERY has been carried by numerous individuals from various walks of life, including nobles, clergy, diplomats, architects, and ordinary citizens. While the exact origins and meanings may have evolved over time, the name remains a testament to the rich cultural and historical tapestry of France.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Demery

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

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

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