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

Baur, 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 Baur surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Baur in America

Baur is the 10302nd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Baur surname appeared 3,127 times in the 2010 census and if you were to sample 100,000 people in the United States, approximately 1 people would have the surname Baur.

We can also compare 2010 data for Baur 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 Baur

The surname Baur is of German origin, originating from the southern regions of Germany during the late medieval period. The name is believed to have derived from the Old High German word "bur," which referred to a farmer or peasant. This suggests that the name may have initially been an occupational surname given to those who worked the land or were involved in agricultural pursuits.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the Baur surname can be traced back to the 13th century in the region of Bavaria. The name appeared in various medieval records and documents, including the Codex Diplomaticus Saxoniae Regiae, a collection of charters and records from Saxony dating back to the 10th century.

In the 14th century, the Baur surname was also found in the Ölbücher, which were official tax records from the city of Nuremberg. These records provide valuable insights into the prevalence and distribution of surnames during that era.

Among the notable individuals bearing the Baur surname, one of the earliest was Johannes Baur (c. 1477-1550), a German theologian and Protestant reformer from Nuremberg. He played a significant role in the Reformation movement and was a close associate of Martin Luther.

Another prominent figure was Johann Wilhelm Baur (1607-1642), a German engraver and printmaker known for his intricate etchings and engravings of landscapes and architectural scenes. His works are highly regarded and can be found in numerous museums and collections worldwide.

In the 19th century, Ferdinand Christian Baur (1792-1860) was a renowned German theologian and scholar who made significant contributions to the field of biblical criticism. He is particularly known for his influential work on the historical development of early Christianity.

The Baur surname also has ties to several notable place names in Germany. For example, the town of Bärnau in Bavaria is believed to have derived its name from the Baur surname, indicating a possible connection to the area's early settlers.

Other notable individuals with the Baur surname include:

1. Adolf Baur (1835-1910), a German architect and city planner
2. Constanze Baur (born 1976), a German professional tennis player
3. Gustav Baur (1809-1873), a German botanist and plant collector
4. Wilhelm Baur (1839-1920), a German painter and illustrator

The Baur surname has a rich history, rooted in the agricultural traditions of medieval Germany. Its enduring presence across centuries and its association with notable individuals in various fields reflect the diverse paths taken by those who bear this name.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Baur

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

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

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