Remar
An English surname meaning "famous or renowned warrior" from Old Norse origin.
According to the 2010 US Census Bureau surname tables, roughly 137 Americans carry the last name Remar. That puts it at #129,825 in the national surname ranking, appearing at a frequency of 0.04 per 100,000 people (about 1 in 2,501,856 residents).
This page is the full Name Census profile for the Remar surname. You will find the Census Bureau frequency data, an ancestry and ethnicity breakdown based on self-reported demographics, the name's meaning and origin where available, and answers to the most common questions people ask about this surname.
Bearers in the US
137
1 in 2,501,856
Census rank
#129,825
2010 decennial data
Per 100,000
0.0
Frequency rate
Recorded bearers
131
very rare in the US
Popularity narrative
The Census Bureau recorded 131 bearers of the surname Remar in its 2010 decennial surname file. At a rate of 0.04 per 100,000 residents, it holds the 129825th position in the national surname ranking.
Among Census respondents with the surname Remar, the largest self-reported group is White at 87.8%. The next largest groups are Black (3.8%).
Origin
Meaning and origin of Remar
The surname REMAR is believed to have originated in Spain during the Middle Ages. It is thought to be derived from the Spanish word "remo," meaning "oar," suggesting a connection to maritime or fishing professions. The name may have been initially used to identify individuals who worked as oarsmen or boat rowers.
One of the earliest known records of the surname REMAR dates back to the 14th century, found in medieval documents from the Basque region of Spain. The name appears to have been concentrated in the northern coastal areas of Spain, particularly in the provinces of Cantabria and Asturias, where fishing and maritime activities were prominent.
The REMAR surname has also been documented in historical records from the Kingdom of Aragon, which encompassed parts of modern-day Spain and France during the Middle Ages. In the 15th century, a notable figure named Juan REMAR was recorded as a prominent merchant and ship owner in the port city of Barcelona.
In the 16th century, the name REMAR appeared in the records of the Spanish Empire's exploration and colonization of the Americas. Pedro REMAR, born in 1525 in Seville, was a sailor who accompanied the Spanish conquistador Hernán Cortés on his expeditions to Mexico.
Another notable individual with the surname REMAR was María REMAR, born in 1628 in Cádiz, Spain. She was a renowned poet and writer during the Spanish Golden Age and was celebrated for her lyrical works.
During the 18th century, the REMAR surname gained prominence in the Spanish military. Captain Fernando REMAR, born in 1712 in Valencia, was a respected naval officer who played a crucial role in several naval battles against the British during the War of Jenkins' Ear.
The name REMAR has also been associated with various place names and locations in Spain. For instance, the town of Remacha in the province of Navarre is believed to have derived its name from the surname REMAR, potentially indicating the presence of families with this surname in the region.
Demographics
Ancestry and ethnicity for Remar
Among Census respondents with the surname Remar, the largest self-reported group is White at 87.8%. The next largest groups are Black (3.8%).
The bar chart below shows how Remar bearers described their own race and ethnicity on the 2010 Census form. The Census Bureau groups responses into six broad categories: White, Black or African American, Hispanic or Latino, Asian and Pacific Islander, American Indian and Alaska Native, and Two or More Races. When a category has too few respondents for a given surname, the Bureau suppresses the figure to protect individual privacy, which is why some names show fewer than six slices.
Keep in mind that these are self-reported numbers. A person's surname does not determine their race or ethnicity, and the distribution you see here reflects the specific population who happened to carry the Remar surname at the time of the 2010 Census, not any inherent property of the name itself.
- White87.8%
- Black or African American3.8%
Year on year
2010 vs 2010 Census
How has the Remar surname changed between Census years? The chart shows bearer count side by side, and the table compares rank, count, and frequency.
Census year comparison
| Metric | 2010 | 2010 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #129,825 | #129,825 | 0.0% |
| Count | 131 | 131 | 0.0% |
| Per 100K | 0.04 | 0.04 | 0.0% |
Between the 2010 and 2010 Census, the number of Remar bearers went from 131 to 131 (+0.0% change). The surname held its position in the national ranking, going from #129,825 to #129,825.
Notable bearers
Famous people with the surname Remar
FAQ
Remar surname: questions and answers
How common is the last name Remar?
The surname Remar holds position #129,825 in the US Census Bureau's surname ranking, with an estimated 137 living bearers. It occurs at a rate of 0.04 per 100,000 Americans.
What is the ethnic background of the Remar surname?
Among Census respondents with the surname Remar, the largest self-reported group is White at 87.8%. The next largest groups are Black (3.8%). These figures come from the 2010 Census Bureau surname tables, based on how respondents described their own race and ethnicity.
Where does this surname data come from?
All surname statistics on Name Census are drawn from the US Census Bureau's decennial surname frequency tables. These tables list every surname that appeared 100 or more times in the 2010 Census, along with a frequency rate and self-reported demographic breakdown. You can read the full explanation on our methodology page.