The name Furman is of American origin, derived from the German surname 'Fürmann', which translates to 'porter' or 'carrier'. It was brought to America by early German settlers and has since become more commonly used as a given name rather than a surname. The name Furman has a strong, distinctive sound that makes it stand out, while also having a certain familiarity due to its roots in a common occupation. It is an uncommon yet memorable choice for a first name.
These statistics indicate a name, Furman, which experienced significant fluctuations in popularity over time, with peaks and valleys spanning nearly 14 decades. The highest number of births recorded was 73 in 1918, while the lowest was 7 in several years, including 1881, 1882, 1890, 1892, and 1897. The total number of births over this period is 2758.