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

Ulmer, 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 Ulmer surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Ulmer in America

Ulmer is the 4348th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Ulmer surname appeared 8,165 times in the 2010 census and if you were to sample 100,000 people in the United States, approximately 3 people would have the surname Ulmer.

We can also compare 2010 data for Ulmer 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 Ulmer

The surname ULMER originated in Germany, tracing its roots back to the 13th century. It is derived from the German word "Ulm," which refers to the city of Ulm located in the state of Baden-Württemberg. The name is believed to have been adopted by individuals who either lived in or came from the city of Ulm.

One of the earliest recorded mentions of the name ULMER can be found in the Codex Diplomaticus Salemitanus, a medieval manuscript documenting the history of the Imperial Abbey of Salem in Germany. This manuscript, dating back to the late 13th century, contains references to individuals with the surname ULMER, suggesting the name's widespread use during that time period.

In the 15th century, the surname ULMER appeared in the Zimmerische Chronik, a chronicle of the Zimmern family, which was a prominent noble house in the region. This historical document provides valuable insights into the lives of individuals bearing the ULMER surname during that era.

Among the notable individuals with the surname ULMER throughout history, one can mention Johann Konrad ULMER (1519-1600), a German theologian and reformer who played a significant role in the Protestant Reformation. Another prominent figure was Georg Christian ULMER (1677-1738), a German organist and composer known for his contributions to baroque music.

In the literary realm, the name ULMER is associated with Gertrude ULMER (1893-1967), an Austrian author and poet who gained recognition for her works exploring themes of feminism and social criticism. Additionally, the surname is linked to Franz ULMER (1882-1965), an Austrian architect and urban planner known for his innovative designs and contributions to the development of modern cities.

The surname ULMER has also been carried by individuals in other fields, such as Johann Baptist ULMER (1804-1876), a German botanist and horticulturist who made significant contributions to the study of plant species and their cultivation.

While the surname ULMER has its roots in Germany, it has since spread to various parts of the world, likely through migration and travel. However, its origins can be traced back to the historical city of Ulm, where the name first emerged and gained prominence.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Ulmer

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

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

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