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

Louder, 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 Louder surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Louder in America

Louder is the 20899th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Louder surname appeared 1,261 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 Louder.

We can also compare 2010 data for Louder 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 Louder

The surname Louder is believed to have originated in England, with the earliest records dating back to the late 12th century. It is thought to be derived from the Old English word "hlude," which means "loud" or "noisy," suggesting that the name may have been given as a nickname to someone with a boisterous or loud voice.

One of the earliest known references to the name Louder can be found in the Pipe Rolls of Gloucestershire from 1191, where a person named Rogerus Hluder is mentioned. This early spelling variation highlights the name's origin from the Old English word "hlude."

During the 13th century, the surname began appearing in various forms, such as Ludere, Luthre, and Lowdyr, reflecting the evolution of the name's spelling over time. These variations were often influenced by regional dialects and scribal errors in record-keeping.

In the 14th century, the Louder surname appeared in several historical records, including the Subsidy Rolls of Worcestershire in 1327, which listed a Richard le Loudere. This entry provides evidence of the name's continued use and its association with a specific location or region.

One notable figure bearing the Louder surname was Sir John Louder, a prominent landowner and military commander who lived during the 15th century. He served under King Henry V and fought in the Battle of Agincourt in 1415, earning recognition for his bravery on the battlefield.

Another significant figure was William Louder, born in 1587, who was a renowned scholar and theologian. He studied at Oxford University and later became the rector of Shillingstone in Dorset, where he published several works on religious matters.

In the 17th century, the Louder surname was associated with various places across England, such as Loudersmill in Yorkshire and Louder Hill in Derbyshire. These place names suggest that some branches of the Louder family may have derived their surnames from specific locations or settlements.

One notable individual from this period was Thomas Louder, born in 1642, who was a respected merchant and trader in London. His business ventures and success contributed to the family's prominence and wealth during that time.

In the 18th century, the Louder surname continued to be present across various regions of England. One notable figure was John Louder, born in 1712, who was a renowned architect and designer responsible for several notable buildings, including the Louder Manor in Gloucestershire.

Throughout its history, the Louder surname has been carried by numerous individuals from various walks of life, including soldiers, scholars, merchants, and architects. While the name's origin may have been a descriptive nickname, it has evolved into a distinct surname with a rich heritage and lasting legacy.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Louder

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

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

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