Explore the Family Name Ammer
The meaning of Ammer
German: 1. from Middle High German amer ‘bunting’ (the bird), hence a nickname for someone with a fine voice. 2. in southern Germany, possibly a topographic name for someone living by the Ammer river.
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How common is the last name Ammer in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census data, the surname 'Ammer' has seen a slight shift in its popularity between 2000 and 2010. Ranked 65,668th in 2000, it slipped slightly to 65,782nd in 2010, marking a negligible decrease of 0.17%. However, the number of individuals bearing this surname increased from 282 in 2000 to 301 in 2010, reflecting a growth rate of 6.74%. The proportion per 100,000 remained consistent at 0.1 across both years.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #65,668 | #65,782 | -0.17% |
| Count | 282 | 301 | 6.74% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.1 | 0.1 | 0% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Ammer
Regarding ethnicity, the Decennial U.S. Census data reveals that the majority of individuals with the surname 'Ammer' identify as White. In 2000, nearly 98.94% identified as such, though there was a small decrease by 2010 when the percentage dropped to 94.68%. Meanwhile, previously non-existent Hispanic and Black representation within the 'Ammer' surname appeared in 2010, accounting for 2.33% and 2.66% respectively. No significant change was noted in the remaining categories, including Asian/Pacific Islander and American Indian and Alaskan Native ethnic identities.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 98.94% | 94.68% | -4.31% |
| Black | 0% | 2.66% | 0% |
| Hispanic | 0% | 2.33% | 0% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Two or More Races | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |