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

DeSomer, 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 DeSomer surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of DeSomer in America

DeSomer is the 144141st most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The DeSomer surname appeared 115 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 DeSomer.

We can also compare 2010 data for DeSomer 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 DeSomer

The surname Desomer has its origins in the Dutch and Flemish languages, emerging in the Low Countries region during the late Middle Ages. It is believed to be a locative surname, derived from a place name or geographic location, possibly related to the Dutch word "som" or "somer," which translates to "summer" or "summery."

This surname is found predominantly in the Netherlands and Belgium, particularly in the provinces of North Brabant, Antwerp, and East Flanders. Historical records suggest that the surname Desomer may have been associated with individuals residing in or originating from a specific location, such as a village, town, or region known for its pleasant summer conditions or favorable climate.

One of the earliest known references to the surname Desomer can be traced back to the 15th century in the archives of the city of Antwerp. A document dated 1467 mentions a certain Pieter Desomer, who was a merchant and landowner in the region.

In the 16th century, the Desomer name appears in various Dutch and Flemish records, including tax rolls, census documents, and legal proceedings. One notable individual from this period was Jan Desomer, a skilled artisan and member of the Antwerp Guild of Goldsmiths, who lived between 1520 and 1584.

During the 17th century, the surname Desomer gained recognition in the arts and literature. Willem Desomer (1603-1667) was a renowned Dutch painter known for his portraits and religious works, while Jan Baptist Desomer (1631-1698) was a Flemish poet and playwright who contributed to the cultural renaissance of the Southern Netherlands.

In the 18th century, the Desomer family had a presence in the military and political spheres. Pieter Desomer (1712-1784) was a respected officer in the Dutch East India Company, serving in various colonial outposts in Asia. Meanwhile, Joris Desomer (1738-1810) was a prominent lawyer and statesman who played a role in the Brabant Revolution against Habsburg rule.

Another noteworthy figure bearing the Desomer surname was Antoinette Desomer (1802-1878), a Belgian novelist and feminist writer who advocated for women's rights and education during the 19th century.

Throughout history, the Desomer name has been associated with various professions, from artisans and merchants to artists, writers, and political figures, reflecting the diverse backgrounds and contributions of those who carried this surname across the Low Countries and beyond.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name DeSomer

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

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

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