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

Ellman, 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 Ellman surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Ellman in America

Ellman is the 18694th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Ellman surname appeared 1,470 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 Ellman.

We can also compare 2010 data for Ellman 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 Ellman

The surname Ellman is believed to have originated in England, with the earliest known records dating back to the 13th century. It is thought to have derived from the Old English word "ellern," which means "elder tree," suggesting that the name may have initially referred to someone who lived near an elder tree or worked with elder wood.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name can be found in the Gloucestershire Subsidy Rolls of 1327, which mention a Richard Ellman. Additionally, the Huntingdonshire Feet of Fines from 1349 include a reference to a John Ellman.

During the Middle Ages, the name was often spelled in various ways, such as Ellman, Elman, and Alman, reflecting the regional variations in pronunciation and spelling conventions of the time. Some of these variations were also influenced by the Norman-French language, which was widespread in England following the Norman Conquest in 1066.

In the 16th century, the Ellman surname appeared in several documents, including the Lay Subsidy Rolls for Sussex in 1524, which listed a John Ellman, and the Friar Preachers' Register for York in 1557, which mentioned a William Ellman.

One notable individual with the Ellman surname was John Ellman (1753-1832), an English agriculturist and writer who published several works on livestock breeding and farm management. His contributions to agricultural practices were significant, and he is considered a pioneer in the field of livestock improvement.

Another significant figure was Reverend Henry Ellman (1819-1897), an English clergyman and author who served as the Vicar of Windsor from 1866 to 1897. He was a prolific writer and published numerous works on religious and historical topics.

In the literary world, Joan Ellman (1923-2015) was an American literary critic and scholar known for her work on modern literature and feminist theory. She taught at Yale University for many years and authored several influential books, including "Thinking About Women" (1968) and "The Novelist as Philosopher" (1988).

The Ellman surname can also be found in other parts of the world, such as Australia and New Zealand, where it was likely brought by British settlers in the 19th century. One notable Australian with the name was Frederick Ellman (1856-1929), a businessman and politician who served as a member of the New South Wales Legislative Assembly from 1901 to 1907.

In conclusion, the surname Ellman has a rich history rooted in England, with its origins potentially dating back to the 13th century. Over the centuries, the name has been associated with various occupations, from agriculture and clergy to literature and politics, reflecting the diverse backgrounds and contributions of those who have carried this surname throughout history.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Ellman

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

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

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