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

Mehmel, 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 Mehmel surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Mehmel in America

Mehmel is the 159712th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Mehmel surname appeared 101 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 Mehmel.

The history of the last name Mehmel

The surname Mehmel is of German origin, with its roots dating back to the Middle Ages. It is believed to have originated in the regions of Bavaria and Saxony, where it was first recorded in the 13th century.

The name Mehmel is derived from the Old German word "memel," which means "dumb" or "mute." It is thought to have been used as a nickname for someone who was quiet or taciturn. In some cases, it may also have been a occupational surname given to a town crier or messenger, whose job required them to be vocal.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Mehmel can be found in the Codex Diplomaticus Saxoniae, a collection of medieval documents from Saxony, dating back to the year 1271. The name appears as "Memel," referring to a landowner in the region.

In the 14th century, variations of the name, such as "Memeler" and "Memeler," began to appear in various records and manuscripts across Germany. These variations likely arose due to regional dialects and spelling variations.

Historically, the name Mehmel has been associated with several notable individuals. Johann Mehmel (1590-1662) was a German composer and organist known for his contributions to the development of the North German Baroque style. Another prominent figure was Friedrich Mehmel (1768-1834), a German theologian and philosopher who wrote extensively on moral philosophy and ethics.

Other notable bearers of the name include:

1. Hermann Mehmel (1834-1892), a German architect and builder who designed several iconic buildings in Berlin during the late 19th century.

2. Wilhelm Mehmel (1855-1932), a German sculptor and medallist, known for his intricate works in bronze and silver.

3. Gerhard Mehmel (1917-1998), a German World War II veteran and author, who wrote several memoirs detailing his experiences on the Eastern Front.

4. Franz Mehmel (1920-2008), a German painter and printmaker, whose works were heavily influenced by Expressionism and Surrealism.

5. Joachim Mehmel (born 1951), a contemporary German writer and journalist, known for his novels and short stories exploring social and political themes in post-war Germany.

While the name Mehmel may have evolved over time and spread across different regions, its historical roots and significance can be traced back to the medieval period in Germany, where it first gained prominence as a surname.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Mehmel

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

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 Mehmel 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.

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

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