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

Legerme, 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 Legerme surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Legerme in America

Legerme is the 118185th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Legerme surname appeared 147 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 Legerme.

We can also compare 2010 data for Legerme 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 Legerme

The surname LEGERME has its origins in France, first appearing in historical records as early as the 12th century. It is believed to have derived from the Old French words "leger" meaning "light" or "nimble," and "arme" meaning "weapon." This combination suggests that the name may have initially referred to a skilled or agile soldier or someone adept in handling weapons.

One of the earliest known references to the LEGERME surname can be found in a medieval document from the region of Normandy, dated around 1180. This document mentions a knight named Raoul LEGERME, who was granted land for his service to the local lord. The name was also recorded in various forms, such as "Legearme" and "Legerarme," reflecting the variations in spelling common during that era.

In the 13th century, a prominent figure bearing the LEGERME name was Philippe LEGERME, a renowned merchant and landowner from the city of Rouen. Philippe's wealth and influence were documented in several notarial records and property deeds from the time.

During the 14th century, the LEGERME surname spread throughout northern France, particularly in the regions of Normandy, Picardy, and Île-de-France. One notable figure from this period was Jean LEGERME, a skilled archer who served in the personal guard of King Charles V. Jean's bravery and skill with the longbow were celebrated in contemporary chronicles.

In the 15th century, the LEGERME family established a strong presence in the town of Châlons-en-Champagne, where they were involved in the local textile trade. A notable member of this branch was Mathilde LEGERME, a successful businesswoman who owned several weaving workshops and played a influential role in the town's guild system.

The 16th century saw the LEGERME name spread further throughout France, with various branches of the family establishing themselves in different regions. One prominent figure from this era was Antoine LEGERME, a renowned lawyer and legal scholar who served as a judge in the Parlement of Paris. His writings on French law and legal precedents were widely respected during his lifetime and beyond.

Throughout the subsequent centuries, the LEGERME surname continued to be represented across various professions and fields. Notable figures include:

1. Louis LEGERME (1683-1754), a respected architect who contributed to the design of several churches and public buildings in Paris.
2. Marie-Thérèse LEGERME (1719-1801), a celebrated actress and performer in the renowned Comédie-Française theater company.
3. Pierre LEGERME (1798-1872), a decorated military officer who served in the Napoleonic Wars and later became a respected strategist and writer on military tactics.
4. Émile LEGERME (1855-1931), a pioneering chemist and inventor whose work on synthetic dyes and industrial processes earned him international recognition.
5. Gabrielle LEGERME (1910-1995), a renowned painter and sculptor whose works were exhibited in galleries throughout Europe and the United States.

While the LEGERME surname has its roots in medieval France, it has since spread to various parts of the world, carried by generations of individuals with diverse backgrounds and accomplishments.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Legerme

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

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

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