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

Benchoff, 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 Benchoff surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Benchoff in America

Benchoff is the 78040th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Benchoff surname appeared 245 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 Benchoff.

We can also compare 2010 data for Benchoff 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 Benchoff

The surname BENCHOFF is believed to have originated in Russia, possibly during the 16th or 17th century. It is likely derived from the Russian word "bench," which refers to a long seat or a workbench. One theory suggests that the name may have been given to a skilled carpenter or woodworker who specialized in crafting benches.

In the early days, the name was often spelled as "Benchev" or "Benchov" before evolving into its current form, BENCHOFF. Some of the earliest recorded instances of the name can be found in Russian census records and church documents from the 17th and 18th centuries, particularly in the regions of Novgorod and Moscow.

One notable bearer of the BENCHOFF surname was Ivan Benchoff, a prominent merchant and landowner who lived in the city of Tver in the late 18th century. His family was known for their successful trading business and philanthropic endeavors within the local community.

Another historical figure was Aleksandr Benchoff, a Russian military officer who served in the Imperial Russian Army during the Napoleonic Wars. He participated in several major battles, including the Battle of Borodino in 1812, and was recognized for his bravery and leadership.

In the 19th century, the BENCHOFF name gained prominence in the field of education. Yuri Benchoff (1825-1895) was a respected teacher and author who wrote several influential textbooks on mathematics and science. His works were widely used in Russian schools during that time.

Moving into the 20th century, the name BENCHOFF was associated with the field of engineering. Nikolai Benchoff (1890-1962) was a renowned civil engineer who played a significant role in the construction of several major infrastructure projects, including bridges and highways, across the Soviet Union.

Lastly, Viktor Benchoff (1920-1997) was a celebrated Russian artist known for his vibrant paintings depicting scenes from rural life. His works were exhibited in galleries throughout the Soviet Union and are now featured in various museums and private collections worldwide.

These are just a few examples of notable individuals who have carried the BENCHOFF surname throughout history, highlighting its rich heritage and contributions across various fields.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Benchoff

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

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

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