Lombard
A surname denoting a person from the Lombardy region of Italy or an individual who lends money.
According to the 2010 US Census Bureau surname tables, roughly 6,821 Americans carry the last name Lombard. That puts it at #5,875 in the national surname ranking, appearing at a frequency of 1.99 per 100,000 people (about 1 in 50,250 residents).
This page is the full Name Census profile for the Lombard surname. You will find the Census Bureau frequency data, an ancestry and ethnicity breakdown based on self-reported demographics, the name's meaning and origin where available, and answers to the most common questions people ask about this surname.
Bearers in the US
6.8K
1 in 50,250
Census rank
#5,875
2010 decennial data
Per 100,000
2.0
Frequency rate
Recorded bearers
5.9K
rare in the US
Popularity narrative
The Census Bureau recorded 5,873 bearers of the surname Lombard in its 2010 decennial surname file. At a rate of 1.99 per 100,000 residents, it holds the 5875th position in the national surname ranking.
Among Census respondents with the surname Lombard, the largest self-reported group is White at 83.0%. The next largest groups are Black (9.5%) and Hispanic (3.8%).
Origin
Meaning and origin of Lombard
The surname Lombard originates from the Lombard people, a Germanic tribe that ruled a significant portion of the Italian peninsula from the late 6th to the late 8th century. The name is derived from the Proto-Germanic word "Langobardaz," which means "long-bearded." This name was given to the tribe due to their distinctive long beards.
The Lombards initially settled in the region of Lombardy, northern Italy, after invading the area in 568 CE. As they established their rule, the name Lombard became associated with people and places within their territory. Over time, it evolved into a surname for those living in or originating from the Lombardy region.
One of the earliest recorded mentions of the surname Lombard can be found in the Domesday Book, a comprehensive survey of landowners and tenants commissioned by William the Conqueror in 1086. The book lists several individuals with the surname, indicating its use in medieval England.
In the 12th century, a prominent figure named Arnulf Lombard (c. 1150-1180) served as the Archbishop of Reims and played a crucial role in the coronation of Philip II of France. Another noteworthy individual was Peter Lombard (c. 1095-1160), an Italian scholar and theologian who became the Bishop of Paris and authored the influential work "Sententiarum Libri Quatuor."
During the Crusades, a French nobleman named Renaud de Lombard (c. 1170-1220) participated in the Third Crusade and fought alongside Richard the Lionheart. In the 13th century, Lambert Lombard (c. 1505-1566) was a renowned Flemish Renaissance painter and architect from Liège.
Another notable figure was John Lombard (c. 1493-1577), an English clergyman and theologian who served as the Bishop of Salisbury. He played a significant role in the English Reformation and contributed to the translation of the Bishops' Bible.
Over the centuries, the surname Lombard spread throughout Europe and beyond, carried by individuals who migrated or descended from those originally residing in the Lombardy region. The name has undergone various spellings, including Lombart, Lambard, and Lumbard, reflecting regional variations and linguistic adaptations.
Demographics
Ancestry and ethnicity for Lombard
Among Census respondents with the surname Lombard, the largest self-reported group is White at 83.0%. The next largest groups are Black (9.5%) and Hispanic (3.8%).
The bar chart below shows how Lombard bearers described their own race and ethnicity on the 2010 Census form. The Census Bureau groups responses into six broad categories: White, Black or African American, Hispanic or Latino, Asian and Pacific Islander, American Indian and Alaska Native, and Two or More Races. When a category has too few respondents for a given surname, the Bureau suppresses the figure to protect individual privacy, which is why some names show fewer than six slices.
Keep in mind that these are self-reported numbers. A person's surname does not determine their race or ethnicity, and the distribution you see here reflects the specific population who happened to carry the Lombard surname at the time of the 2010 Census, not any inherent property of the name itself.
- White83.0%
- Black or African American9.5%
- Hispanic or Latino3.8%
- Two or more races2.4%
- Asian and Pacific Islander0.9%
- American Indian and Alaska Native0.4%
Year on year
2000 vs 2010 Census
How has the Lombard surname changed between Census years? The chart shows bearer count side by side, and the table compares rank, count, and frequency.
Census year comparison
| Metric | 2000 | 2010 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #5,548 | #5,875 | -5.9% |
| Count | 5,755 | 5,873 | 2.1% |
| Per 100K | 2.13 | 1.99 | -6.6% |
Between the 2000 and 2010 Census, the number of Lombard bearers went from 5,755 to 5,873 (+2.1% change). The surname moved down 327 positions in the national ranking, going from #5,548 to #5,875.
Notable bearers
Famous people with the surname Lombard
FAQ
Lombard surname: questions and answers
How common is the last name Lombard?
The surname Lombard holds position #5,875 in the US Census Bureau's surname ranking, with an estimated 6,821 living bearers. It occurs at a rate of 1.99 per 100,000 Americans.
What is the ethnic background of the Lombard surname?
Among Census respondents with the surname Lombard, the largest self-reported group is White at 83.0%. The next largest groups are Black (9.5%) and Hispanic (3.8%). These figures come from the 2010 Census Bureau surname tables, based on how respondents described their own race and ethnicity.
Where does this surname data come from?
All surname statistics on Name Census are drawn from the US Census Bureau's decennial surname frequency tables. These tables list every surname that appeared 100 or more times in the 2010 Census, along with a frequency rate and self-reported demographic breakdown. You can read the full explanation on our methodology page.