Explore the Family Name Kalmus
The meaning of Kalmus
Polish, Czech, German, Estonian, and Jewish (Ashkenazic): metonymic occupational name for a herbalist, from kalmus ‘calamus’, a kind of plant with medicinal properties. As an Estonian surname it is presumably arbitrary. Some characteristic forenames: German Kurt, Wilhelm.
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How common is the last name Kalmus in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census, the surname Kalmus saw a modest rise in popularity from 2000 to 2010. The rank of this surname moved up from 48,469 to 47,791 indicating an increase of 1.4%. In terms of counts, there was an 8.31% growth with the number of individuals bearing the Kalmus name rising from 409 to 443. However, the proportion per 100,000 people remained steady at 0.15.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #48,469 | #47,791 | 1.4% |
| Count | 409 | 443 | 8.31% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.15 | 0.15 | 0% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Kalmus
In terms of ethnicity, the Decennial U.S. Census data reveals some shifts between 2000 and 2010. While the majority of those with the Kalmus surname identified as White (93%), this is a decrease from 95.84% in 2000. There was also a significant increase in the Hispanic representation, going from 1.96% to 3.84%. Interestingly, the census for the first time noted individuals identifying with the Kalmus surname within the Asian/Pacific Islander and Two or more races categories, at 1.13% and 1.35% respectively. There were no changes in the Black, American Indian and Alaskan Native categories.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 95.84% | 93% | -2.96% |
| Hispanic | 1.96% | 3.84% | 95.92% |
| Two or More Races | 0% | 1.35% | 0% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 1.13% | 0% |
| Black | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |