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

Emel, 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 Emel surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Emel in America

Emel is the 37180th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Emel surname appeared 600 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 Emel.

We can also compare 2010 data for Emel 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 Emel

The surname EMEL is believed to have originated in Germany, with the earliest records dating back to the 16th century. It is thought to be derived from the Old German word "emel," meaning "industrious" or "diligent." This suggests that the name may have been given to someone who was perceived as hardworking or dedicated to their craft.

One of the earliest known references to the EMEL surname can be found in the parish records of a small village in Bavaria, where a family by the name of Emel is mentioned in the late 1500s. It is possible that this family had roots in the region that predated the written records.

In the 17th century, the name EMEL appeared in various official documents and records across parts of southern Germany, including birth and marriage certificates. During this time, the name was sometimes spelled with slight variations, such as "Emmel" or "Emmell," reflecting the regional dialects and scribal practices of the era.

While the EMEL surname does not seem to have been particularly widespread or prominent in earlier centuries, there are a few notable individuals who bore this name throughout history. One such person was Johann Emel, a respected craftsman and woodcarver who lived in the town of Rothenburg ob der Tauber in the late 16th century. His intricate carvings and decorative woodwork can still be seen in some of the town's historic buildings.

Another individual of note was Christoph Emel, a scholar and theologian born in Nuremberg in 1678. Emel studied at the University of Altdorf and later became a professor of philosophy and theology. He authored several works on religious and philosophical topics, which were widely read and discussed in academic circles of the time.

In the 19th century, the EMEL surname gained some recognition through the work of Theodor Emel, a German painter and illustrator born in 1814 in the city of Darmstadt. Emel's landscapes and scenes of daily life captured the beauty and character of the German countryside and its people. His works were exhibited in various galleries and exhibitions during his lifetime.

While the EMEL surname may not be as common as some other German names, it has persisted through the centuries, carried by individuals who have contributed to the cultural and intellectual fabric of their communities. Its origins and meaning continue to reflect the values of diligence and hard work that were likely associated with the name's earliest bearers.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Emel

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

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

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