Demint
A surname derived from the French phrase "de Mint", meaning "from Mint".
According to the 2010 US Census Bureau surname tables, roughly 514 Americans carry the last name Demint. That puts it at #47,521 in the national surname ranking, appearing at a frequency of 0.15 per 100,000 people (about 1 in 666,837 residents).
This page is the full Name Census profile for the Demint surname. You will find the Census Bureau frequency data, an ancestry and ethnicity breakdown based on self-reported demographics, the name's meaning and origin where available, and answers to the most common questions people ask about this surname.
Bearers in the US
514
1 in 666,837
Census rank
#47,521
2010 decennial data
Per 100,000
0.1
Frequency rate
Recorded bearers
446
very rare in the US
Popularity narrative
The Census Bureau recorded 446 bearers of the surname Demint in its 2010 decennial surname file. At a rate of 0.15 per 100,000 residents, it holds the 47521st position in the national surname ranking.
Among Census respondents with the surname Demint, the largest self-reported group is White at 96.2%. The next largest groups are Hispanic (2.9%).
Origin
Meaning and origin of Demint
The surname DEMINT has its origins in France, tracing back to the medieval period around the 12th century. It is believed to be derived from the Old French term "de mint," which translates to "from the mint" or "from the mint field." This suggests that the name may have been initially associated with a person who lived near or worked in a mint field or a mint-growing area.
The earliest recorded instances of the name can be found in various historical documents from the northern regions of France, particularly in the areas of Normandy and Picardy. In the Domesday Book, a record of landholders in England compiled in 1086, there are mentions of individuals with the surname DEMINT or similar spellings, indicating that the name had already spread beyond the borders of France by that time.
One notable figure bearing this name was Guillaume DEMINT, a French knight who lived in the 13th century and participated in the Seventh Crusade led by King Louis IX of France. Records show that he was born around 1220 and died in the Holy Land during the siege of Tunis in 1270.
In the 14th century, a merchant named Jean DEMINT was recorded as having lived in the city of Rouen, Normandy. He was involved in the spice trade and is believed to have established a successful business exporting mint and other herbs to various parts of Europe.
During the Renaissance period, a renowned painter named Pierre DEMINT was born in Paris around 1490. His works, primarily depicting religious scenes and portraits, were highly regarded and can still be found in several museums and churches across France.
Another notable figure was Marie DEMINT, a French noblewoman born in 1610 in the Champagne region. She was known for her philanthropic efforts and her support for the establishment of schools and orphanages in her local community.
In the 18th century, a French philosopher and writer named Jacques DEMINT gained recognition for his works on political theory and social reform. He was born in 1725 in Lyon and his writings were influential during the French Revolution.
These examples illustrate the longstanding presence of the surname DEMINT throughout French history, originating from its association with the mint plant and eventually spreading across various regions and professions.
Demographics
Ancestry and ethnicity for Demint
Among Census respondents with the surname Demint, the largest self-reported group is White at 96.2%. The next largest groups are Hispanic (2.9%).
The bar chart below shows how Demint bearers described their own race and ethnicity on the 2010 Census form. The Census Bureau groups responses into six broad categories: White, Black or African American, Hispanic or Latino, Asian and Pacific Islander, American Indian and Alaska Native, and Two or More Races. When a category has too few respondents for a given surname, the Bureau suppresses the figure to protect individual privacy, which is why some names show fewer than six slices.
Keep in mind that these are self-reported numbers. A person's surname does not determine their race or ethnicity, and the distribution you see here reflects the specific population who happened to carry the Demint surname at the time of the 2010 Census, not any inherent property of the name itself.
- White96.2%
- Hispanic or Latino2.9%
Year on year
2010 vs 2010 Census
How has the Demint surname changed between Census years? The chart shows bearer count side by side, and the table compares rank, count, and frequency.
Census year comparison
| Metric | 2010 | 2010 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #47,521 | #47,521 | 0.0% |
| Count | 446 | 446 | 0.0% |
| Per 100K | 0.15 | 0.15 | 0.0% |
Between the 2010 and 2010 Census, the number of Demint bearers went from 446 to 446 (+0.0% change). The surname held its position in the national ranking, going from #47,521 to #47,521.
Notable bearers
Famous people with the surname Demint
FAQ
Demint surname: questions and answers
How common is the last name Demint?
The surname Demint holds position #47,521 in the US Census Bureau's surname ranking, with an estimated 514 living bearers. It occurs at a rate of 0.15 per 100,000 Americans.
What is the ethnic background of the Demint surname?
Among Census respondents with the surname Demint, the largest self-reported group is White at 96.2%. The next largest groups are Hispanic (2.9%). These figures come from the 2010 Census Bureau surname tables, based on how respondents described their own race and ethnicity.
Where does this surname data come from?
All surname statistics on Name Census are drawn from the US Census Bureau's decennial surname frequency tables. These tables list every surname that appeared 100 or more times in the 2010 Census, along with a frequency rate and self-reported demographic breakdown. You can read the full explanation on our methodology page.