Explore the Family Name Zomer
The meaning of Zomer
1. Dutch: from zomer, Middle Dutch somer ‘summer’, a nickname for someone of a warm disposition, or for someone associated with the season in some other way. In some cases probably also a habitational name referring to a farm named Zomerhuis, in Overijssel, the Netherlands. Compare Somer. 2. Polish: from German Sommer. Some characteristic forenames: Dutch Cornie, Egbert, Hendrik, Henk. Polish Halina, Zygmunt.
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How common is the last name Zomer in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census, the surname Zomer has experienced an increase in popularity from 2000 to 2010. In 2000, the surname was ranked at 78,326 but by 2010, it had risen to a rank of 75,317 which constitutes a change of about 3.84%. In terms of count, there were approximately 227 individuals with this surname in 2000 and by 2010, this number had increased to 256, marking a growth of 12.78%. The proportion of this surname per 100,000 people also saw an increase from 0.08 in 2000 to 0.09 in 2010, amounting to a 12.5% change.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #78,326 | #75,317 | 3.84% |
| Count | 227 | 256 | 12.78% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.08 | 0.09 | 12.5% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Zomer
The ethnic identity associated with the surname Zomer, as per the Decennial U.S. Census, is predominantly White. In 2000, approximately 96.48% of those with this surname identified as White, and by 2010, this figure had increased slightly to 98.83%. There were no recorded instances of the surname being associated with Asian/Pacific Islander, Hispanic, Black, or American Indian and Alaskan Native ethnicities in both 2000 and 2010. Similarly, there were no reported cases of individuals with this surname identifying with two or more races during these years.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 96.48% | 98.83% | 2.44% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Two or More Races | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Hispanic | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Black | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |