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

Momber, 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 Momber surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Momber in America

Momber is the 133863rd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Momber surname appeared 126 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 Momber.

We can also compare 2010 data for Momber 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 Momber

The surname "MOMBER" is believed to have originated in Germany, with roots dating back to the 16th century. It is thought to be derived from the Middle High German word "momer," which referred to a person who was prone to mumbling or grumbling.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name "MOMBER" can be found in the parish records of Saxony-Anhalt, a state in central Germany, from the year 1587. The name was likely given as a descriptive surname, perhaps to someone who had a habit of grumbling or complaining.

In the 17th century, the name "MOMBER" appeared in various historical records across different regions of Germany, including Bavaria and Hesse. During this time, the name underwent slight variations in spelling, such as "Mommer" and "Mombauer."

One notable individual bearing the "MOMBER" surname was Johann Momber, a German theologian and philosopher who lived from 1637 to 1711. He was known for his writings on natural philosophy and his contributions to the field of metaphysics.

Another individual of historical significance was Wilhelm Momber, a German military officer who served during the Napoleonic Wars. He was born in 1779 and participated in several notable battles, including the Battle of Leipzig in 1813.

In the 19th century, the "MOMBER" surname began to spread beyond the borders of Germany, with some families emigrating to other parts of Europe and eventually to North America. One such family was that of Friedrich Momber, who was born in 1832 and later settled in Pennsylvania, United States.

Another noteworthy figure with the "MOMBER" surname was Anna Momber, a German-born artist and painter who lived from 1867 to 1942. She was known for her landscape paintings and her works depicting scenes from rural life in Germany.

Finally, Carl Momber, born in 1881, was a German-American businessman and entrepreneur who founded the Momber Steel Corporation in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. His company played a significant role in the steel industry during the early 20th century.

While the "MOMBER" surname may not be as widespread as some other German surnames, it has a rich history that can be traced back several centuries. Its origins and meanings offer a glimpse into the lives and experiences of those who bore this name throughout various periods of German history.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Momber

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

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

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