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

Barkdoll, 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 Barkdoll surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Barkdoll in America

Barkdoll is the 40909th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Barkdoll surname appeared 533 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 Barkdoll.

We can also compare 2010 data for Barkdoll 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 Barkdoll

The surname BARKDOLL has its origins in the German language, tracing back to the 16th century. It is believed to have originated in the region of Bavaria, located in the southeastern part of modern-day Germany. The name itself is thought to be derived from the German word "Bäcker," which means "baker," combined with the word "Doll," which was a common surname in that area.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the BARKDOLL name can be found in the town records of Nuremberg, dating back to 1587. These records mention a Andreas BARKDOLL, a baker by trade, who resided in the city at that time. The name's association with the baking profession suggests that it may have been an occupational surname initially given to individuals involved in that line of work.

In the 17th century, the BARKDOLL surname appeared in several historical documents and records, including church registries and land deeds. One notable mention is that of Hans BARKDOLL, who was born in Augsburg, Bavaria, in 1642. He was a master baker and owned a successful bakery business in the city.

As the centuries progressed, the BARKDOLL name spread beyond Bavaria to other parts of Germany and eventually to other countries through immigration. One prominent figure bearing this surname was Johann BARKDOLL, born in 1768 in Saxony, Germany. He was a respected scholar and professor of philosophy at the University of Leipzig, known for his contributions to the field of ethics and moral philosophy.

Another notable individual with the BARKDOLL surname was Katharina BARKDOLL, born in 1812 in Würzburg, Bavaria. She was a renowned opera singer and performed in various theaters across Europe, receiving critical acclaim for her exceptional vocal talents.

In the 19th century, the BARKDOLL name found its way to the United States through German immigrants seeking new opportunities. One such individual was Wilhelm BARKDOLL, who was born in 1825 in Hesse, Germany, and later immigrated to Pennsylvania in 1852. He established a successful bakery business in Philadelphia, which remained in operation for several generations.

Throughout history, the BARKDOLL surname has been associated with various professions, from bakers and scholars to artists and entrepreneurs. While its origins can be traced back to Bavaria, the name has spread across different regions and countries, carrying with it a rich cultural heritage and diverse stories of individuals who have contributed to their respective communities and fields.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Barkdoll

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

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

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