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

Fraim, 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 Fraim surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Fraim in America

Fraim is the 45653rd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Fraim surname appeared 468 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 Fraim.

We can also compare 2010 data for Fraim 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 Fraim

The surname FRAIM is believed to have originated in Germany, likely in the region of Bavaria, during the medieval period around the 13th or 14th century. It is thought to be derived from the Germanic word "fram," meaning "brave" or "courageous," suggesting that the name may have been initially bestowed upon an individual known for their valor or bravery.

One of the earliest known references to the name FRAIM can be found in the records of the Bavarian town of Abensberg, where a certain Hans Fraim was mentioned in a document dated 1427. Another notable early record is that of a certain Peter Fraim, who was listed as a resident of the town of Landshut in 1489.

The name FRAIM has also been associated with various place names throughout Germany, such as the town of Fraimering in Upper Bavaria. This connection suggests that some individuals bearing the surname may have adopted it as a locative name, referring to their place of origin or residence.

In the 16th century, the name FRAIM appears to have spread beyond Bavaria, with records indicating individuals bearing the name in other parts of Germany, as well as neighboring regions like Austria and Switzerland. One notable figure from this period was Johann Fraim, a prominent merchant and civic leader in the city of Augsburg, who lived from approximately 1520 to 1588.

Throughout the centuries, the surname FRAIM has undergone various spelling variations, such as Frayme, Freim, and Fraimb, reflecting the evolution of language and regional dialects. Despite these variations, the core meaning and origin of the name have remained largely unchanged.

Amongst the notable individuals bearing the surname FRAIM in more recent history is Wilhelm Fraim (1810-1891), a German philosopher and writer who was influential in the development of idealist thought. Another noteworthy figure is Hans Fraim (1892-1972), a German architect renowned for his work in the Bauhaus style.

In the realm of arts and culture, the name FRAIM is associated with the German painter and printmaker, Gerhard Fraim (1924-2013), known for his abstract expressionist works. Additionally, the Swiss actor and director, Markus Fraim (born 1958), has made significant contributions to the world of theater and film.

While the surname FRAIM may not be as widespread as some other German names, it has a rich history and has been borne by individuals who have made notable contributions across various fields throughout the centuries.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Fraim

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

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

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