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

Muter, 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 Muter surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Muter in America

Muter is the 69170th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Muter surname appeared 284 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 Muter.

We can also compare 2010 data for Muter 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 Muter

The surname Muter originated in Germany, tracing its roots back to the 15th century. It is believed to be derived from the German word "muter," which means "mother" or "matron." This suggests that the name may have been initially given to individuals who worked as midwives or nurses caring for expectant mothers and newborns.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the Muter surname can be found in the town records of Nuremberg, Germany, dating back to 1472. The name appeared as "Muterinne," which was likely a feminine form of the word "muter." This indicates that the name was initially associated with women who held roles related to childbirth and maternal care.

By the 16th century, the Muter surname had spread to other regions of Germany, with variations in spelling such as Mutter, Mutther, and Mutere appearing in historical documents. These variations likely arose due to regional dialects and transcription errors by scribes.

In the 17th century, the Muter name gained prominence when Johann Muter (1619-1688) became a respected theologian and philosopher in Saxony. His works on ethics and morality were widely influential during his lifetime and contributed to the academic reputation of the Muter family.

Another notable individual bearing the Muter surname was Anna Maria Muter (1732-1805), a German painter and engraver who gained recognition for her intricate botanical illustrations and landscapes. Her artworks were exhibited in prestigious galleries across Europe, earning her a place among the accomplished artists of her time.

During the 18th and 19th centuries, the Muter surname spread beyond Germany as families emigrated to other parts of Europe and North America. One such individual was Wilhelm Muter (1776-1845), a German-born farmer who settled in Pennsylvania, USA, and established a successful agricultural enterprise that supported generations of his family.

As the Muter name traveled across continents, it underwent further variations in spelling, including Mouter, Muter, and Muther. These changes often reflected the linguistic and cultural influences of the regions where Muter families settled.

Throughout its history, the Muter surname has been associated with individuals from diverse professions, including healthcare, academia, arts, and agriculture. While its origins can be traced back to Germany, the name has become truly international, with Muter families contributing to the rich tapestry of cultures and communities worldwide.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Muter

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

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

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