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

Beichler, 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 Beichler surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Beichler in America

Beichler is the 62359th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Beichler surname appeared 321 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 Beichler.

We can also compare 2010 data for Beichler 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 Beichler

The surname Beichler is of German origin, with its roots traced back to the 16th century. It is believed to have originated from the German word "beicheln," which means "to confess" or "to admit." This suggests that the name may have initially been associated with individuals who held religious roles or had a connection to the church.

Beichler is a localized name, predominantly found in the southern regions of Germany, particularly in Bavaria and Baden-Württemberg. It is also prevalent in parts of Switzerland and Austria, where German influence and migration patterns have contributed to the spread of the name.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the Beichler surname can be found in the town records of Augsburg, Bavaria, dating back to 1568. The name appears in connection with a family of traders who were involved in the local textile industry.

In the 17th century, a notable figure bearing the Beichler name was Johann Beichler (1620-1688), a German theologian and philosopher from Nuremberg. He made significant contributions to the field of Protestant theology and was highly regarded for his scholarly works.

During the 18th century, the Beichler surname gained recognition in the arts, with Johann Michael Beichler (1738-1809) being a renowned German painter and engraver. His works were celebrated for their attention to detail and realistic depictions of landscapes and portraits.

In the 19th century, the Beichler family expanded their influence in various fields. One notable figure was Karl Beichler (1845-1912), a German engineer who played a crucial role in the development of early steam engines and industrial machinery.

Another prominent individual with the Beichler surname was Maria Beichler (1888-1968), a German-born writer and novelist. Her works often explored themes of family, identity, and the complexities of human relationships, earning her critical acclaim and a dedicated readership.

Throughout its history, the Beichler surname has been associated with various geographical locations, including villages and towns such as Beichlingen, Beiching, and Beichau. However, these place names are not directly related to the origin of the surname itself.

While the surname Beichler may not be as widely known as some other German surnames, it has a rich history spanning several centuries and has contributed to various fields, from religion and philosophy to art and engineering.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Beichler

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

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

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