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

Ingrahm, 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 Ingrahm surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Ingrahm in America

Ingrahm is the 88685th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Ingrahm surname appeared 209 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 Ingrahm.

We can also compare 2010 data for Ingrahm 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 Ingrahm

The surname Ingrahm has its origins in Scotland, with roots dating back to the 12th century. It is believed to have derived from the Old English words "inga" meaning meadow or pasture, and "ham" signifying a homestead or village. This suggests that the earliest bearers of this name likely resided in a settlement situated within or near a meadow or grazing land.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name can be found in the Ragman Rolls of 1296, a historical document containing the names of Scottish nobles who swore allegiance to King Edward I of England. The entry "William de Ingramvilla" is thought to be an early spelling variation of the surname Ingrahm.

During the 13th and 14th centuries, the name appeared in various forms, including Ingram, Ingraham, and Ingraime, in various Scottish charters and records. These variations likely arose due to differences in local dialects and the evolving nature of language over time.

Notable individuals bearing the surname Ingrahm include Sir Arthur Ingrahm (1565-1642), a Scottish military commander who served under King James VI and played a crucial role in the Bishops' Wars of the 17th century. Another prominent figure was Robert Ingrahm (1710-1778), a Scottish philosopher and theologian whose writings on moral philosophy and natural theology were widely influential in his time.

In the literary realm, the name is associated with Elizabeth Ingrahm (1792-1869), a Scottish novelist and poet known for her works exploring themes of love, loss, and the human condition. Her most famous novel, "The Heir of Ingrahm," published in 1824, was a critical success and remains a celebrated work of Scottish literature.

Across the Atlantic, one of the earliest recorded instances of the name in North America dates back to the 17th century, with the arrival of Henry Ingrahm (1628-1697), a Scottish immigrant who settled in Massachusetts Bay Colony. His descendants went on to establish themselves in various parts of New England, contributing to the spread and prominence of the surname in the region.

Another notable individual was David Ingrahm (1779-1851), an American naval officer who distinguished himself during the War of 1812. His bravery and leadership earned him the respect of his peers and cemented the Ingrahm name in the annals of American naval history.

While the spelling and pronunciation of the surname may have evolved over the centuries, the Ingrahm name has maintained a strong presence throughout Scotland, England, and North America, reflecting a rich tapestry of cultural heritage and historical significance.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Ingrahm

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

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

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