Lumzy
A surname from the pet form of the given name Lancelot or Ludovic.
According to the 2010 US Census Bureau surname tables, roughly 137 Americans carry the last name Lumzy. That puts it at #154,907 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 Lumzy 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
#154,907
2010 decennial data
Per 100,000
0.0
Frequency rate
Recorded bearers
105
very rare in the US
Popularity narrative
The Census Bureau recorded 105 bearers of the surname Lumzy in its 2010 decennial surname file. At a rate of 0.04 per 100,000 residents, it holds the 154907th position in the national surname ranking.
Among Census respondents with the surname Lumzy, the largest self-reported group is Black at 93.3%.
Origin
Meaning and origin of Lumzy
The surname Lumzy traces its origins back to the early 14th century in the northern regions of England, specifically around the county of Northumberland. It is believed to have derived from the Old English word "lumm," which referred to a deep pool or a body of still water.
Historical records suggest that the earliest known bearer of this name was John de Lumzy, who was mentioned in the Assize Rolls of Northumberland in 1326. The name's spelling has evolved over the centuries, with variations such as Lumzie, Lummzy, and Lummzey appearing in various medieval documents.
One notable historical reference to the Lumzy name can be found in the Bursars' Accounts of Durham Cathedral Priory, which date back to the late 15th century. These accounts record payments made to individuals with the surname Lumzy for various services rendered to the cathedral.
The earliest recorded birth of an individual with the surname Lumzy was that of William Lumzy, born in the village of Bamburgh, Northumberland, in 1487. Another notable figure was Robert Lumzy, born in 1543 in the town of Alnwick, who served as a magistrate and played a role in the administration of justice in the region.
During the 16th and 17th centuries, the Lumzy family had strong ties to the coastal areas of Northumberland, with many members involved in maritime trades and fishing. One such individual was John Lumzy (1598-1673), a renowned shipbuilder from the town of Blyth.
In the 18th century, the Lumzy name began to spread beyond Northumberland, with members of the family establishing themselves in other parts of England and even venturing to the American colonies. A prominent figure from this era was Samuel Lumzy (1712-1784), a successful merchant who settled in Boston, Massachusetts, and played a role in the American Revolution.
Throughout the 19th century, the Lumzy surname continued to be found across various regions of England, with notable individuals such as the writer and poet Elizabeth Lumzy (1842-1912) and the philanthropist and social reformer William Lumzy (1821-1898), who worked tirelessly to improve the living conditions of the working class in industrial cities.
Demographics
Ancestry and ethnicity for Lumzy
Among Census respondents with the surname Lumzy, the largest self-reported group is Black at 93.3%.
The bar chart below shows how Lumzy 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 Lumzy surname at the time of the 2010 Census, not any inherent property of the name itself.
- Black or African American93.3%
- Unknown or suppressed6.7%
Year on year
2000 vs 2010 Census
How has the Lumzy 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 | #147,095 | #154,907 | -5.3% |
| Count | 103 | 105 | 1.9% |
| Per 100K | 0.04 | 0.04 | 0.0% |
Between the 2000 and 2010 Census, the number of Lumzy bearers went from 103 to 105 (+1.9% change). The surname moved down 7,812 positions in the national ranking, going from #147,095 to #154,907.
FAQ
Lumzy surname: questions and answers
How common is the last name Lumzy?
The surname Lumzy holds position #154,907 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 Lumzy surname?
Among Census respondents with the surname Lumzy, the largest self-reported group is Black at 93.3%. 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.