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

Loughman, 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 Loughman surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Loughman in America

Loughman is the 22404th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Loughman surname appeared 1,149 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 Loughman.

We can also compare 2010 data for Loughman 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 Loughman

The surname Loughman is believed to have originated in Ireland, likely emerging during the medieval period or possibly earlier. It is thought to be derived from an old Irish Gaelic word "loch," meaning "lake" or "body of water," and the suffix "-man," denoting a person associated with or residing near a particular location. This suggests that the name may have been initially given to someone who lived near a lake or in a lakeside community.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name appears in the Annals of the Four Masters, a renowned chronicle of medieval Irish history. The Annals mention a Loughman family residing in County Westmeath in the 14th century. This suggests that the name may have initially been concentrated in the central regions of Ireland before gradually spreading to other parts of the country.

In the 16th century, the Loughman name can be found in various historical records from County Cork, particularly in the parish of Ringaskiddy. This may indicate that the name had become more widespread by this time, with members of the family establishing themselves in different regions.

One notable individual bearing the Loughman surname was John Loughman, a prominent merchant and landowner from County Cork, who lived in the late 16th and early 17th centuries. Records indicate that he played a significant role in the economic and political affairs of the region during that period.

Another historical figure was Bridget Loughman, a renowned Irish poet and storyteller who lived in the 18th century. Her works, which were primarily oral compositions passed down through generations, provided valuable insights into the cultural traditions and folklore of her time.

In the 19th century, the Loughman name can be traced to various parts of Ireland, including counties like Tipperary, Limerick, and Galway. One notable individual from this era was Michael Loughman (1832-1912), a prominent Irish nationalist and member of the Irish Parliamentary Party, who advocated for Irish home rule and land reform.

Another individual of note was Mary Loughman (1856-1938), a pioneering educator and advocate for women's rights. She was instrumental in establishing several schools for girls in Ireland and worked tirelessly to promote educational opportunities for women during a time when such endeavors were uncommon.

While the name Loughman is primarily associated with Ireland, it is also found in other parts of the world, likely due to Irish emigration and diaspora communities. However, the roots of this surname can be traced back to the Emerald Isle, where it has been woven into the rich tapestry of Irish history and culture for centuries.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Loughman

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

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

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