There are
1288
Follmers in the USA
Follmer is the
20574th
most common last name in the USA

Historical figures and celebrities called Follmer

ThomasFollmar

Thomas Follmar was an American football linebacker who played for the San Francisco 49ers in the 1960s.

JohnFollmer

John Follmer is an American politician who served as a member of the Pennsylvania House of Representatives from 1989 to 2007.

JanFollmer

Jan Follmer is a Danish former footballer who played as a goalkeeper for the Danish national team in the 1970s.

BillFollmer

Bill Follmer was an American racing driver who competed in various motorsport disciplines, including Formula One and the Indianapolis 500, in the 1960s and 1970s.

GeorgeFollmer

George Follmer is a retired American racing driver who achieved success in both sports car racing and open-wheel racing, including competing in the prestigious 24 Hours of Le Mans and the Indianapolis 500.

KurtFollmer

Kurt Follmer is a German opera singer known for his performances in leading tenor roles in various opera houses across Europe.

MelissaFollmer

Melissa Follmer is an American actress known for her role as Zoe Kretschmer in the television series 'The Sopranos.'

TedFollmer

Ted Follmer is an American former professional basketball player who played in the American Basketball Association (ABA) in the 1970s.

FrankFollmer

Frank Follmer was an American merchant and politician who served as a member of the Indiana House of Representatives in the late 19th century.

EvaFollmer

Eva Follmer is a German former figure skater who competed internationally in the 1970s and 1980s.

Follmer Genealogy

OriginsThe surname 'Follmer' is of German origin. It is derived from the Old High German word 'volmēr,' which means 'renowned by the people.'
Geographic DistributionThe surname 'Follmer' is most commonly found in Germany, particularly in the regions of Bavaria and Hesse. It is also present in smaller numbers in the United States and other countries with German diaspora communities.
VariationsVariations of the surname 'Follmer' include 'Volmer,' 'Volmar,' 'Vollmer,' 'Foller,' 'Voller,' 'Foulmer,' 'Fullmer,' 'Fohlemer,' and 'Fohlmer.'
Migration and ImmigrationThe name 'Follmer' likely arrived in the United States with German immigrants who settled in various parts of the country, particularly in the 19th and early 20th centuries.