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

Femmer, 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 Femmer surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Femmer in America

Femmer is the 133048th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Femmer surname appeared 127 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 Femmer.

We can also compare 2010 data for Femmer 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 Femmer

The surname "FEMMER" is believed to have originated in Germany during the Middle Ages. It is likely derived from the Old German word "femeren," which means "to rule" or "to govern." The name was initially associated with individuals who held positions of authority or leadership within their communities.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name "FEMMER" can be traced back to the 13th century, when it appeared in various legal documents and land records from the region of Bavaria. It is thought that the name may have been connected to a specific village or settlement, as many surnames during that period were derived from place names.

In the 14th century, the "FEMMER" name gained prominence in the city of Nuremberg, where a prominent merchant family bearing this surname was documented. Johann FEMMER (1324-1389) was a successful tradesman who played a significant role in the city's economic affairs and served as a councilman for several years.

During the Renaissance period, the "FEMMER" name spread to other parts of Europe, including Austria and Switzerland. One notable figure from this time was Hans FEMMER (1492-1562), a renowned painter and sculptor who contributed to the artistic richness of the region.

In the 17th century, records show that a branch of the "FEMMER" family settled in the Netherlands, where they engaged in various trades and professions. Pieter FEMMER (1616-1678) was a respected lawyer and legal scholar who authored several influential works on Dutch law.

As the name traveled across different regions, variations in spelling and pronunciation emerged. Some of the alternative spellings included "Femmers," "Femmeren," and "Femmerer." Despite these variations, the name's connection to its Germanic roots remained intact.

Throughout history, several other notable individuals have borne the surname "FEMMER," including:

1. Elisabeth FEMMER (1802-1876), a German writer and activist who championed women's rights and education.
2. Wilhelm FEMMER (1841-1917), a German composer and music teacher who contributed to the development of choral music.
3. Karl FEMMER (1874-1946), an Austrian architect renowned for his innovative designs and contributions to the Art Nouveau movement.
4. Johanna FEMMER (1889-1962), a Swiss botanist and researcher who made significant discoveries in the field of plant genetics.
5. Ernst FEMMER (1912-1998), a German entrepreneur and philanthropist who established several charitable foundations.

While the "FEMMER" surname has undergone various transformations and migrations throughout history, its origins can be traced back to the rich cultural heritage of Germanic-speaking regions, where it once signified individuals of authority and leadership.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Femmer

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

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

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