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

Ermis, 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 Ermis surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Ermis in America

Ermis is the 42858th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Ermis surname appeared 505 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 Ermis.

We can also compare 2010 data for Ermis 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 Ermis

The surname Ermis originated in Greece, with its roots tracing back to the ancient Greek era. It is believed to be derived from the name of the Greek god Hermes, the messenger of the gods and the patron of travelers, merchants, and orators. The name itself means "he of the stone heap" or "interpreter," reflecting the role of Hermes as a facilitator of communication and commerce.

In ancient Greece, the name Ermis was commonly used as a personal name, and over time, it evolved into a family name, particularly in regions where Greek culture and language had a significant influence. One of the earliest recorded instances of the surname Ermis can be found in the Byzantine Empire, where it appeared in official records and manuscripts dating back to the 11th century.

During the Middle Ages, the surname Ermis gained prominence among Greek communities in the Peloponnese region and the Ionian Islands. It was also present in areas of modern-day Turkey, where Greek colonies had been established. Notable individuals bearing the surname Ermis include Georgios Ermis, a renowned scholar and philosopher who lived in the 15th century and made significant contributions to the Byzantine Renaissance.

As Greek communities migrated and settled in various parts of Europe and the Mediterranean region, the surname Ermis spread to other countries. In the 16th century, records show individuals with the surname Ermis residing in Venice, Italy, where they were engaged in trade and commerce, reflecting the legacy of Hermes as the patron of merchants.

Another notable figure was Ioannis Ermis, a Greek revolutionary who played a crucial role in the Greek War of Independence against the Ottoman Empire in the early 19th century. He was born in 1784 and fought alongside other prominent figures of the time, making significant sacrifices for the cause of Greek independence.

In the 20th century, Panagiotis Ermis (1901-1978) was a distinguished Greek painter and sculptor, renowned for his works depicting scenes from Greek mythology and folklore. His art celebrated the rich cultural heritage of Greece and contributed to the preservation of its artistic traditions.

While the surname Ermis has Greek origins, it has been adopted and adapted by various cultures and languages over the centuries, leading to variations in spelling and pronunciation. Regardless of these variations, the name continues to carry the essence of its ancient Greek roots, serving as a testament to the enduring influence of Greek culture and mythology.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Ermis

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

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

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