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

Hothem, 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 Hothem surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Hothem in America

Hothem is the 105600th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Hothem surname appeared 169 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 Hothem.

We can also compare 2010 data for Hothem 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 Hothem

The surname Hothem is believed to have originated in England during the medieval period. It is thought to be derived from the Old English words "hoth" and "ham," which together mean "a homestead or dwelling on a ridge." This suggests that the name likely referred to someone who lived in a particular region or settlement characterized by its location on a ridge or elevated land.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Hothem can be found in the Domesday Book of 1086, a comprehensive survey of landholdings and population across England commissioned by William the Conqueror. This historical record provides valuable insights into the origins and distribution of surnames in the Middle Ages.

During the 13th century, variations of the name, such as "de Hothum" and "Hotham," appeared in various medieval charters and legal documents. These spellings reflect the evolution of the name over time, as well as the influence of regional dialects and scribal conventions.

Notably, Sir John Hotham (1552-1637) was an English landowner and Member of Parliament who played a significant role in the English Civil War. He was appointed Governor of Hull in 1642 and famously refused to admit King Charles I into the city, an act that is considered a pivotal moment in the outbreak of the conflict.

Another prominent figure with the surname Hothem was William Hotham (1609-1691), an English politician and member of the Long Parliament during the English Civil War. He served as a colonel in the Parliamentary army and was known for his support of the Parliamentarian cause.

In the 18th century, Sir Beaumont Hotham (1737-1814) was a British naval officer who achieved the rank of Admiral of the Blue. He commanded several ships during the American Revolutionary War and the French Revolutionary Wars, contributing to the naval defense of Britain.

The name Hothem has also been associated with various place names throughout history, including Hotham in East Yorkshire, England, which likely derived its name from the surname itself. This village is mentioned in the Domesday Book, further reinforcing the ancient roots of the Hothem surname.

While the surname Hothem is not as common today as it once was, its historical significance and connections to notable individuals and locations serve as a testament to the rich tapestry of English surnames and their enduring legacy.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Hothem

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

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

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