Lominy
A surname derived from the French word "lominette" meaning a small window or opening.
According to the 2010 US Census Bureau surname tables, roughly 137 Americans carry the last name Lominy. That puts it at #129,825 in the national surname ranking, appearing at a frequency of 0.04 per 100,000 people (about 1 in 2,501,856 residents).
This page is the full Name Census profile for the Lominy 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
137
1 in 2,501,856
Census rank
#129,825
2010 decennial data
Per 100,000
0.0
Frequency rate
Recorded bearers
131
very rare in the US
Popularity narrative
The Census Bureau recorded 131 bearers of the surname Lominy in its 2010 decennial surname file. At a rate of 0.04 per 100,000 residents, it holds the 129825th position in the national surname ranking.
Among Census respondents with the surname Lominy, the largest self-reported group is Black at 92.4%. The next largest groups are White (3.8%).
Origin
Meaning and origin of Lominy
The surname Lominy has its origins in the country of France, tracing back to the 12th century. It is believed to have derived from the Old French word "l'omini," which referred to a small, humble person or a commoner. This word itself has roots in the Latin word "hominum," meaning "human being" or "man."
Lominy was initially found in the northern regions of France, particularly in the areas around Paris and Normandy. Some of the earliest recorded instances of this surname can be found in medieval tax records and land registries from these regions.
One of the first notable individuals with the surname Lominy was Jean Lominy, a merchant from Rouen who lived in the late 14th century. Records indicate that he was involved in the wool trade and had business dealings with English merchants during the Hundred Years' War.
In the 15th century, the Lominy name appeared in the small village of Villedieu-les-Poêles in Normandy. It is believed that a branch of the family settled there and may have been involved in the local metalworking industry, which was renowned for its production of copper and brass utensils.
During the 16th century, a prominent figure named Jacques Lominy (1525-1592) emerged as a noted scholar and theologian. He was a professor at the University of Paris and published several works on theology and philosophy.
Another notable individual was Marie Lominy (1640-1708), a French playwright and poet. She was born in Paris and is best known for her work "Les Infortunes de l'Amour," a tragic play that explored themes of love and betrayal.
In the 18th century, Pierre Lominy (1720-1785) made his mark as a successful entrepreneur and industrialist. He established a successful textile manufacturing business in the city of Lyon, which employed hundreds of workers and contributed to the region's economic prosperity.
The Lominy name has also been associated with various places in France, such as the village of Lominy in the department of Marne, and the Lominy River, a small tributary of the Seine River in northern France.
While the Lominy surname may not be as widespread as some other French surnames, it has a rich history that spans several centuries and encompasses individuals from various walks of life, including merchants, scholars, artists, and industrialists.
Demographics
Ancestry and ethnicity for Lominy
Among Census respondents with the surname Lominy, the largest self-reported group is Black at 92.4%. The next largest groups are White (3.8%).
The bar chart below shows how Lominy 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 Lominy surname at the time of the 2010 Census, not any inherent property of the name itself.
- Black or African American92.4%
- White3.8%
- Unknown or suppressed3.8%
Year on year
2000 vs 2010 Census
How has the Lominy 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 | #148,244 | #129,825 | 12.4% |
| Count | 102 | 131 | 28.4% |
| Per 100K | 0.04 | 0.04 | 0.0% |
Between the 2000 and 2010 Census, the number of Lominy bearers went from 102 to 131 (+28.4% change). The surname moved up 18,419 positions in the national ranking, going from #148,244 to #129,825.
FAQ
Lominy surname: questions and answers
How common is the last name Lominy?
The surname Lominy holds position #129,825 in the US Census Bureau's surname ranking, with an estimated 137 living bearers. It occurs at a rate of 0.04 per 100,000 Americans.
What is the ethnic background of the Lominy surname?
Among Census respondents with the surname Lominy, the largest self-reported group is Black at 92.4%. The next largest groups are White (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.