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

Notter, 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 Notter surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Notter in America

Notter is the 38332nd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Notter surname appeared 578 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 Notter.

We can also compare 2010 data for Notter 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 Notter

The surname Notter originated in Germany, with the earliest records of the name dating back to the 12th century. It is believed to be derived from the Old German word "noten," which means "cattle keeper" or "cowherd." This suggests that the name was initially associated with individuals who worked as cowherds or cattle farmers.

In the early 13th century, the name appeared in various medieval records and documents, including the Codex Diplomaticus Saxoniae Regiae, a collection of historical documents from the region of Saxony. One of the earliest recorded instances of the name was in 1214, when a certain Heinricus Notter was mentioned in a legal document from the city of Leipzig.

As the name spread throughout Germany, it adopted various spelling variations, such as Notter, Notther, and Nöther. These variations were influenced by regional dialects and scribal practices of the time. The name was also associated with several place names, such as Nottersdorf and Notternhausen, which further reinforced its connection to certain geographic locations.

Notable individuals with the surname Notter include Friedrich Notter (1767-1832), a German composer and organist who lived and worked in the city of Leipzig. Another prominent figure was Johann Notter (1801-1875), a Swiss politician and lawyer who served as a member of the National Council of Switzerland.

In the 16th century, the Notter family established themselves as respected artisans and craftsmen in the city of Augsburg. One member of this family, Hans Notter (1529-1592), was a renowned goldsmith and engraver whose works were highly sought after by the nobility and wealthy merchants of the time.

The name Notter also found its way to other parts of Europe, including Switzerland and Austria. In the 18th century, a branch of the Notter family settled in the Swiss canton of Bern, where they became prominent figures in the local community. One notable member was Johann Jakob Notter (1745-1828), a Swiss pastor and author who wrote several influential works on theology and religious education.

Throughout its history, the surname Notter has been associated with a diverse range of professions, from cattle farmers and artisans to theologians and politicians. While the name may have originated from humble beginnings, it has left an indelible mark on the cultural and historical landscapes of Germany, Switzerland, and other parts of Europe.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Notter

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

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

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