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

Packman, 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 Packman surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Packman in America

Packman is the 49824th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Packman surname appeared 421 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 Packman.

We can also compare 2010 data for Packman 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 Packman

The surname Packman has its roots in England, where it first emerged in the medieval period. It is believed to have originated from the Old English word "pæccan," which meant "to pack" or "to carry." This suggests that the name was likely given to someone whose occupation involved packing or transporting goods.

The earliest known record of the surname Packman dates back to the early 13th century, where it appears in the Pipe Rolls of Lincolnshire in 1205. This document mentions a person named Simon Packman, who was likely involved in the transportation or packing of goods.

As time passed, the name Packman evolved to have various spellings, such asPackeman, Pakeman, and Pakman. These variations often reflected regional dialects and the whims of record keepers.

One notable historical reference to the surname Packman can be found in the Subsidy Rolls of Worcestershire from 1327. This record includes the name John Packman, who was likely a resident of the county at the time.

Throughout the centuries, several individuals with the surname Packman have left their mark in various fields. One such person was Sir John Packman (1555-1625), an English merchant and philanthropist who served as Lord Mayor of London in 1616. He was known for his charitable contributions and the construction of almshouses for the poor.

Another notable figure was Thomas Packman (1674-1738), an English Baptist minister and author who wrote several theological works. His most famous publication was "The Doctrine of the Trinity Vindicated" (1724), which defended the concept of the Trinity against Unitarian beliefs.

In the realm of exploration, Robert Packman (1808-1892) was an English navigator and cartographer who participated in several Arctic expeditions. His detailed maps and charts of the Arctic regions contributed significantly to the understanding of these remote areas.

During the 19th century, Charles Packman (1830-1901) was a prominent English architect known for his work on several churches and public buildings in London and the surrounding areas. His designs were influenced by the Gothic Revival style popular during that era.

Finally, Mary Packman (1870-1958) was a British educator and advocate for women's rights. She played a crucial role in the establishment of several girls' schools in London and worked tirelessly to promote equal educational opportunities for women.

These examples showcase the diverse contributions of individuals bearing the surname Packman throughout history, reflecting the enduring legacy of this name across various fields and eras.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Packman

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

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

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