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

Baechler, 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 Baechler surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Baechler in America

Baechler is the 85357th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Baechler surname appeared 219 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 Baechler.

We can also compare 2010 data for Baechler 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 Baechler

The surname Baechler is of German origin, tracing its roots back to the early medieval period. It is believed to have originated in the southern regions of what is now modern-day Germany, particularly in the areas surrounding the Rhine River. The name Baechler is derived from the German word "bach," which means "stream" or "brook," combined with the suffix "-ler," indicating a person associated with or living near a stream.

One of the earliest recorded mentions of the name Baechler can be found in the Codex Diplomaticus, a collection of medieval documents from the 9th century. This record includes a reference to a place called "Bachler," which is likely connected to the origin of the surname.

During the 12th century, the name Baechler appeared in various records and manuscripts, particularly in the regions of Swabia and Bavaria. One notable example is the Codex Laureshamensis, a cartulary from the Lorsch Abbey, which mentions a person named "Becheler" in the year 1168.

In the 13th century, the name Baechler gained prominence in the city of Augsburg, where a family of that name held prominent positions. Johannes Baechler (1260-1322) was a respected scholar and theologian who served as the Dean of the Cathedral of Augsburg.

The 16th century saw the rise of another notable Baechler, Hans Baechler (1489-1557), a German painter and printmaker known for his intricate woodcuts and engravings depicting religious scenes and portraits.

As the surname spread across Europe, variations in spelling emerged, such as Bechler, Bächler, and Becheler. These variations reflected regional dialects and linguistic influences.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Baechler in England can be traced back to the 17th century. Johann Baechler (1615-1682), a German immigrant, settled in London and became a prominent merchant and trader.

In the 19th century, a notable figure bearing the Baechler name was Carl Friedrich Baechler (1818-1893), a German architect and urban planner who played a significant role in the development of several cities in Germany, including Frankfurt and Wiesbaden.

Throughout history, the surname Baechler has been associated with various professions, including scholars, artists, architects, and merchants. While the name originated in Germany, it has since spread to other parts of Europe and beyond, reflecting the migration patterns and cultural exchanges that have shaped human societies over the centuries.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Baechler

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

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 Baechler 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 Baechler 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 Baechler was researched and written by our team of onomatology and genealogy experts.

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