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

Haagsma, 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 Haagsma surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Haagsma in America

Haagsma is the 121590th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Haagsma surname appeared 142 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 Haagsma.

We can also compare 2010 data for Haagsma 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 Haagsma

The surname Haagsma originated in the Netherlands, with roots dating back to the medieval period. It is believed to have derived from the Dutch words "haag" meaning "hedge" and "ma" meaning "meadow," suggesting a connection to a specific location or geographic feature.

One of the earliest documented references to the name Haagsma can be found in the records of the town of Harlingen, located in the province of Friesland. In the 14th century, a family bearing this surname was mentioned in a land deed, indicating their presence in the region.

During the 16th and 17th centuries, the Haagsma name appeared in various historical documents and records across the Netherlands. In the city of Leeuwarden, the capital of Friesland, a prominent merchant named Pieter Haagsma (1570-1635) established a successful trading business, contributing to the local economy.

Another notable figure was Joannes Haagsma (1640-1712), a Dutch Reformed theologian and academic who served as a professor at the University of Franeker. His scholarly works on theology and philosophy were widely respected during his lifetime.

In the 18th century, the Haagsma family expanded their influence beyond the Netherlands. Jurriaan Haagsma (1705-1778), a skilled navigator and explorer, embarked on several expeditions to the East Indies, where he mapped uncharted territories and discovered new trade routes.

The 19th century brought further recognition to the Haagsma name through the works of the Dutch painter and artist, Willem Haagsma (1812-1887). His landscapes and portraiture were highly acclaimed, and several of his works can be found in prestigious art galleries across Europe.

Throughout its history, the Haagsma surname has maintained a strong presence in the Netherlands, particularly in the northern provinces of Friesland and Groningen. While the name's origin can be traced back to the medieval era, it has endured over centuries and continues to be carried by families with deep roots in the Dutch cultural heritage.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Haagsma

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

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

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