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

Rahming, 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 Rahming surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Rahming in America

Rahming is the 33450th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Rahming surname appeared 682 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 Rahming.

We can also compare 2010 data for Rahming 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 Rahming

The surname RAHMING originated in Germany, with records dating back to the 16th century. It is believed to be derived from the German word "rahmen," meaning "frame" or "border," suggesting that the name may have been initially associated with a profession such as a frame maker or carpenter.

One of the earliest known references to the RAHMING name can be found in the records of the city of Cologne, where a certain Johannes Rahming was listed as a resident in 1572. Around the same time, the name also appeared in the town of Worms, where a family of RAHMINGs lived and worked as woodworkers.

In the 17th century, the RAHMING name spread to other parts of Germany, with records indicating a family residing in the town of Kassel. One notable member of this family was Hans Rahming (1620-1687), a skilled woodcarver whose intricate works adorned several churches in the region.

As the centuries passed, the RAHMING name continued to be associated with skilled craftsmen and artisans. In the 18th century, a family of RAHMINGs lived in the town of Erfurt, where they were renowned for their expertise in furniture making and woodworking.

One of the most famous individuals bearing the RAHMING surname was Karl Rahming (1789-1854), a renowned architect and urban planner from Berlin. He was responsible for designing several notable buildings in the city, including the renowned Neue Wache, a memorial dedicated to the fallen soldiers of the Prussian army.

Another notable figure was Johanna Rahming (1832-1902), a pioneering educator from Hamburg who established one of the first schools for girls in the city. Her progressive methods and dedication to teaching earned her widespread respect and admiration.

As the RAHMING name spread across Europe, it also found its way to other parts of the world through emigration. In the 19th century, a family of RAHMINGs settled in the United States, where they continued their tradition of woodworking and furniture making.

One of the earliest recorded RAHMINGs in America was Wilhelm Rahming (1815-1892), a skilled cabinetmaker who established a successful business in Philadelphia. His son, Ernst Rahming (1849-1923), followed in his footsteps and became a renowned furniture designer, with his pieces highly sought after by wealthy clients.

Over the centuries, the RAHMING surname has been associated with a rich history of craftsmanship, artistry, and innovation. From woodworkers and carpenters to architects and educators, the name has left an indelible mark on various fields and continues to be a testament to the enduring legacy of this German family.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Rahming

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

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

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