Find out how popular the last name Ahles is in the United States and learn more about the meaning, history, and race and ethnic origin of people in America who are named Ahles.

Ahles, like all of the last names we have data for, is identified by the U.S. Census Bureau as a surname which has more than 100 occurrences in the United States in the Decennial Census survey. The most recent statistics we have for the Ahles surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Ahles in America

Ahles is the 30735th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Ahles surname appeared 758 times in the 2010 census and if you were to sample 100,000 people in the United States, approximately 0 people would have the surname Ahles.

We can also compare 2010 data for Ahles to data from the previous census in 2000. The table below contains all of the statistics for both years in a side-by-side comparison.

The history of the last name Ahles

The surname AHLES is believed to have originated in Germany, with its roots dating back to the Middle Ages. One theory suggests that it may have derived from the Old German word "allis," which means "all" or "complete," possibly indicating a connection to a former occupation or personal attribute.

The earliest known records of the AHLES surname can be traced back to the 13th century in various regions of Germany, such as Bavaria and Saxony. During this period, surnames were becoming more prevalent as a way to identify individuals beyond their given names.

In the 14th century, the name AHLES appeared in several historical documents, including some municipal records from the city of Nuremberg. These records often provided insights into the lives and professions of individuals bearing this surname.

One notable figure from this era was Johannes Ahles, a respected merchant and landowner who lived in the town of Augsburg in the late 15th century (circa 1460-1522). His successful business dealings and involvement in local affairs earned him a respectable reputation within the community.

As the name spread across Germany and into neighboring regions, variations in spelling emerged, such as Ahlles, Ahlers, and Ahlert. These variations were often influenced by regional dialects and scribal interpretations.

In the 17th century, the AHLES surname gained prominence in the northern German state of Lower Saxony, particularly in the city of Bremen. One prominent individual was Hans Ahles (1602-1678), a skilled craftsman and member of the local guild of carpenters.

As people migrated from Germany to other parts of Europe and eventually to the Americas, the AHLES surname traveled with them. In the 19th century, several AHLES families settled in various regions of the United States, contributing to the diverse fabric of the nation.

One noteworthy figure from this era was Carl Wilhelm Ahles (1833-1904), a German-American artist and painter who gained recognition for his landscape and portrait works. He settled in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, and his paintings can be found in several museums and private collections.

Another individual of significance was Friedrich Ahles (1892-1973), a German-born engineer and inventor who made significant contributions to the field of aeronautics. He worked on developing early aircraft designs and later immigrated to the United States, where he continued his pioneering work in aviation technology.

Throughout its history, the AHLES surname has maintained a presence across various regions and cultures, reflecting the diverse journeys and achievements of those who have borne this name.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Ahles

We also have some data on the ancestry of people with the surname Ahles.

The below race categories are the modified race categories used in the Census Bureau's population estimates program. All people were categorized into six mutually exclusive racial and Hispanic origin groups:

1. White only
2. Black only
3. American Indian and Alaskan Native only
4. Asian and Pacific Islander only
5. Hispanic
6. Two or More Races

For the most recent 2010 census data, the race/ethnic origin breakdown for Ahles was:

Note: Any fields showing (S) means the data was suppressed for privacy so that the data does not in any way identify any specific individuals.

Since we have data from the previous census in 2000, we can also compare the values to see how the popularity of Ahles has changed in the 10 years between the two census surveys.

Data source

The last name data and ethnic breakdown of last names is sourced directly from the Decennial Census survey, conducted every 10 years by the United States Census Bureau.

The history and meaning of the name Ahles was researched and written by our team of onomatology and genealogy experts.

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