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

Louima, 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 Louima surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Louima in America

Louima is the 83226th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Louima surname appeared 226 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 Louima.

We can also compare 2010 data for Louima 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 Louima

The surname LOUIMA is believed to have originated in Haiti, with its roots dating back to the late 18th century. It is thought to be derived from the French word "louima," which means "to praise" or "to honor." This name was likely bestowed upon families or individuals who were associated with praiseworthy deeds or actions during the colonial era of Haiti.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name LOUIMA can be found in the archives of the French colonial administration in Saint-Domingue (now Haiti). These records, dating back to the late 1700s, mention a plantation owner named Louima Pierre, who was known for his benevolent treatment of his workers and his efforts to improve their living conditions.

During the Haitian Revolution, which lasted from 1791 to 1804, the name LOUIMA gained prominence. Several notable figures bore this surname, including Jacques Louima, a revolutionary leader who fought alongside Toussaint Louverture for the abolition of slavery and the establishment of an independent Haiti.

In the years following the Haitian Revolution, the LOUIMA name continued to be associated with individuals who played significant roles in shaping the newly formed nation. One such individual was Marie-Jeanne Louima, a renowned educator and activist who established several schools for girls in the early 19th century, promoting literacy and empowerment for women.

Another notable figure with the LOUIMA surname was François Louima, a prominent author and journalist who chronicled the struggles and triumphs of the Haitian people during the late 19th century. His works, which included novels, essays, and newspaper articles, shed light on the social and political issues of his time.

Throughout the 20th century, the LOUIMA name gained recognition in various fields, including politics, arts, and academia. One such individual was Jean-Claude Louima, a renowned Haitian painter and sculptor whose works captured the vibrant culture and history of his homeland.

While the LOUIMA surname is most closely associated with Haiti, it has also spread to other parts of the Caribbean and beyond, carried by Haitian immigrants and their descendants. Today, individuals bearing this name can be found in various parts of the world, serving as a testament to the rich cultural heritage and resilience of the Haitian people.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Louima

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

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

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