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

Homs, 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 Homs surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Homs in America

Homs is the 101247th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Homs surname appeared 178 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 Homs.

We can also compare 2010 data for Homs 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 Homs

The surname HOMS is believed to have originated in Catalonia, Spain during the medieval period. It is derived from the Latin word "homo" meaning "man" or "human being." The earliest recorded instances of the name can be traced back to the 11th century in the region of La Ribera d'Ebre in southern Catalonia.

HOMS was initially used as a descriptive surname, likely referring to a person's physical appearance or character. In some cases, it may have been used to distinguish individuals with a particularly human or humane nature. Over time, the name became hereditary and was passed down from generation to generation.

One of the earliest known bearers of the surname HOMS was Ramon Homs, a prominent landowner and military leader who fought against the Moors during the Reconquista in the 12th century. His exploits were recorded in several chronicles and manuscripts of the time, solidifying the name's place in Catalan history.

In the 13th century, the name appears in several legal documents and property records from the city of Tortosa, indicating the presence of a notable HOMS family in the area. One such document mentions a Joan Homs, a merchant who traded goods along the Ebro River.

During the Renaissance period, the surname HOMS gained further recognition with the birth of Jeroni Homs (1530-1594), a renowned Catalan painter and sculptor. His works can be found in various churches and museums throughout Spain, showcasing his mastery of the Renaissance style.

Another notable figure was Francesc Homs i Ferret (1812-1872), a Catalan politician and writer who played a significant role in the Renaixença, a cultural movement that aimed to revive and promote the Catalan language and traditions.

In more recent times, the name HOMS has been associated with several individuals who have made their mark in various fields. One such person is Jordi Homs (born 1968), a Spanish businessman and former executive at the Catalan football club FC Barcelona.

Throughout its history, the surname HOMS has maintained a strong presence in Catalonia and other parts of Spain. While its origins can be traced back to medieval times, the name continues to carry a sense of its linguistic roots and the rich cultural heritage of the region.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Homs

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

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

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