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

Isemann, 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 Isemann surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Isemann in America

Isemann is the 131379th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Isemann surname appeared 129 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 Isemann.

We can also compare 2010 data for Isemann 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 Isemann

The surname ISEMANN is of German origin, with its roots traced back to the Middle Ages. It is believed to have originated in the regions of Bavaria and Saxony, where the earliest recorded instances of the name can be found.

The name ISEMANN is derived from the Old German word "isarn," meaning "iron" or "ironworker." This suggests that the name was initially associated with individuals who worked as blacksmiths, metalworkers, or in other iron-related trades. The addition of the suffix "-mann" further reinforces the occupational connection, translating to "man" or "person."

One of the earliest known references to the name ISEMANN can be found in the German town of Jena, where a document from the late 13th century mentions a certain "Heinrich Isemann." This indicates that the name was already in use by that time and likely had been established for generations prior.

In the 14th century, the name ISEMANN appeared in various records across Germany, including the "Württembergisches Urkundenbuch" (Württemberg Book of Deeds) from 1364, which mentions a "Cunrat Iseman." This suggests that the name had spread to different regions of the country by that point.

One notable historical figure bearing the surname ISEMANN was Johann Isemann (1546-1604), a German theologian and professor at the University of Rostock. His contributions to the field of theology and his academic work helped establish the ISEMANN name among scholarly circles.

Another prominent individual was Wilhelm Isemann (1677-1746), a German architect and builder who was responsible for the construction of several notable buildings in the city of Hannover, including the Schloss Herrenhausen and the Neustädter Kirche.

In the 18th century, the ISEMANN name gained further recognition with the birth of Johann Christoph Isemann (1747-1827), a German painter and engraver known for his landscape works and historical scenes. His artistic legacy helped cement the ISEMANN name in the annals of German cultural history.

During the 19th century, the surname ISEMANN continued to be associated with accomplished individuals, such as Carl Isemann (1820-1892), a German politician and lawyer who served as a member of the Reichstag (German Parliament) in the late 1800s.

While the name ISEMANN has its roots in Germany, it has since spread to other parts of the world through immigration and migration patterns. However, its historical origins and connections to the ironworking trade and notable figures remain an integral part of its rich heritage.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Isemann

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

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

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