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

Klemann, 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 Klemann surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Klemann in America

Klemann is the 41303rd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Klemann surname appeared 527 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 Klemann.

We can also compare 2010 data for Klemann 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 Klemann

The surname Klemann is of German origin, with roots dating back to the 16th century. It is believed to have originated in the region of Schleswig-Holstein, situated in the northern part of present-day Germany near the border with Denmark. Klemann is likely derived from the German word "klem," which means "to pinch" or "to squeeze," suggesting a possible occupational origin for the name.

The earliest recorded instances of the Klemann surname can be found in church records and municipal documents from the 16th and 17th centuries in the towns and villages of Schleswig-Holstein. One notable early mention is in the baptismal records of St. Peter's Church in the town of Flensburg, where a Hans Klemann is listed as a godparent in 1587.

Over the centuries, variations in the spelling of the name emerged, including Kleman, Kleemann, and Kleeman. Some of these variations may have been influenced by the regional dialects and pronunciation differences across different parts of Germany.

While no prominent historical figures with the surname Klemann have been widely documented, several individuals have left their mark on local history. Johann Klemann (1631-1697), a merchant and alderman in the city of Lübeck, played a role in the city's governance during the late 17th century. In the early 19th century, a farmer named Friedrich Klemann (1782-1854) was known for his innovative agricultural practices in the village of Großenwiehe near Flensburg.

Another notable Klemann was Wilhelm Klemann (1837-1912), a teacher and author who wrote several books on the history and culture of the Schleswig-Holstein region. His works, such as "Sagen und Märchen aus Schleswig-Holstein" (Legends and Fairy Tales from Schleswig-Holstein), published in 1879, helped preserve and document the region's folklore and traditions.

In the 20th century, Karl Klemann (1890-1957) was a German naval officer who served during World War I and later became a prominent businessman and industrialist in the Weimar Republic and Nazi Germany. He was involved in the production of naval vessels and armaments for the German military.

While the Klemann surname may not be as widely recognized as some other German names, it has a rich history rooted in the northern regions of Germany, with a possible occupational origin and connections to various individuals who contributed to their local communities and regions through their respective professions and endeavors.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Klemann

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

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

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