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

Beigel, 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 Beigel surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Beigel in America

Beigel is the 43811th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Beigel surname appeared 492 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 Beigel.

We can also compare 2010 data for Beigel 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 Beigel

The surname Beigel is of German origin, with roots tracing back to the 16th century. It is believed to have originated in the region of Bavaria, derived from the Middle High German word "beigen," which means "to bend or curve." This suggests that the name may have initially referred to a person's occupation or physical characteristic.

One of the earliest records of the name Beigel can be found in the town of Augsburg, where a certain Hans Beigel was listed as a resident in the year 1532. This indicates that the name was already established in the region by the early 16th century.

In the late 17th century, a notable figure named Johann Beigel (1644-1718) gained recognition as a prominent Lutheran theologian and philosopher. He served as a professor at the University of Wittenberg and authored several influential works on theology and metaphysics.

Another individual of historical significance was Karl Beigel (1782-1868), a German naturalist and explorer. Beigel embarked on numerous expeditions throughout Europe and Asia, making significant contributions to the field of botany and natural history.

The name Beigel also appears in various old manuscripts and records from the 18th and 19th centuries, often associated with places in southern Germany and Austria. For instance, the village of Beigelsbach in Bavaria is believed to have derived its name from an early settler with the surname Beigel.

One notable bearer of the name was Friedrich Beigel (1824-1901), a German-born architect who emigrated to England in the mid-19th century. He was responsible for designing several notable buildings in London, including the Islington Public Library and the Leadenhall Market.

Another figure of note was Max Beigel (1857-1924), a German-American artist and illustrator. Beigel gained recognition for his intricate etchings and engravings, many of which depicted scenes from his native Bavaria.

Throughout its history, the surname Beigel has maintained a strong presence in various parts of Germany, Austria, and other German-speaking regions. While not a particularly common name, it continues to be associated with its rich cultural heritage and the diverse individuals who have borne it over the centuries.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Beigel

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

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

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