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

Vermette, 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 Vermette surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Vermette in America

Vermette is the 23100th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Vermette surname appeared 1,105 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 Vermette.

We can also compare 2010 data for Vermette 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 Vermette

The surname Vermette originates from France, and its roots can be traced back to the medieval period. It is believed to have derived from the Old French word "vermet," which means "little worm" or "small insect." This name was likely initially given as a nickname to someone who was perceived as small or insignificant.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Vermette can be found in the records of the Normandy region of France, where it appeared as "Vermet" in the 13th century. Over time, the spelling evolved to its current form, Vermette.

During the Middle Ages, the name Vermette was particularly prevalent in the northern regions of France, such as Normandy, Brittany, and Picardy. It is possible that the name may have originated from a specific place name or locality, but no definitive evidence has been found to support this theory.

One notable individual bearing the surname Vermette was Jean Vermette, a French merchant who lived in the 16th century. He was known for his successful trade ventures and establishing business connections throughout Europe.

Another notable figure was Marie Vermette, a French nun who lived in the 17th century. She was renowned for her charitable works and dedicated service to the poor and underprivileged.

In the 18th century, a prominent figure named Jacques Vermette made a name for himself as a skilled architect. He designed several notable buildings in Paris, including the Église Saint-Sulpice.

During the French Revolution, a military officer named Pierre Vermette gained recognition for his bravery and leadership on the battlefield. He played a crucial role in several significant battles and was awarded numerous honors for his service.

In the 19th century, a French author and poet named Emile Vermette gained popularity for his poetic works, which often explored themes of love, nature, and the human condition.

The surname Vermette has been carried across various regions of the world due to French emigration and settlement. While it is primarily associated with France, it can also be found in other countries with significant French heritage, such as Canada and certain regions of the United States.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Vermette

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

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

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