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

Beraun, 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 Beraun surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Beraun in America

Beraun is the 146201st most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Beraun surname appeared 113 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 Beraun.

The history of the last name Beraun

The surname Beraun is of German origin, emerging in the late medieval period around the 14th century. It is believed to have originated in the region of Bavaria, derived from the Old German word "beruon," meaning "to bear" or "to carry." This suggests that the name may have initially referred to someone whose occupation involved carrying or transporting goods.

Early records show variations in the spelling, such as Beraun, Beraune, and Berauner, which were common during that era. One of the earliest documented mentions of the name can be found in the 1436 census rolls of the village of Oberammergau in Bavaria, where a certain Hans Beraun is listed as a resident.

In the 16th century, the Beraun name appeared in several historical documents, including the municipal records of the town of Augsburg. Notably, a merchant named Johann Beraun (1512-1587) was a prominent figure in the local trade guild, and his name is inscribed on the guild's archives from that time.

During the 17th century, the name spread beyond Bavaria to other parts of Germany and neighboring regions. In 1632, a soldier named Wilhelm Beraun is recorded as having fought in the Thirty Years' War, serving under the Swedish king Gustavus Adolphus.

The 18th century saw the emergence of several notable individuals with the Beraun surname. Friedrich Beraun (1726-1798) was a respected theologian and author who published several works on religious philosophy. Another figure of note was Katharina Beraun (1748-1821), a renowned midwife who practiced in the city of Munich and was praised for her exceptional skills and dedication.

In the 19th century, the name Beraun continued to be found in various parts of Germany and neighboring countries. One of the most prominent individuals with this surname was Karl Beraun (1859-1932), a German architect who designed several notable buildings in Berlin and other cities.

Throughout its history, the Beraun surname has been carried by individuals from various walks of life, including merchants, soldiers, scholars, and craftsmen. While not a particularly widespread name, it has left its mark on the cultural and historical fabric of Germany and neighboring regions.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Beraun

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

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 Beraun 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.

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

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