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

Bieker, 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 Bieker surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Bieker in America

Bieker is the 19671st most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Bieker surname appeared 1,370 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 Bieker.

We can also compare 2010 data for Bieker 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 Bieker

The surname Bieker is believed to have originated in Germany, with its earliest recorded use dating back to the 13th century. The name is derived from the Middle Low German word "beker," which means "cup" or "goblet." This suggests that the name may have been originally associated with someone who worked as a cup or goblet maker.

In the medieval period, surnames often emerged from occupations, and the name Bieker likely followed this pattern. The earliest known record of the name is found in the Bremisches Urkundenbuch, a collection of historical documents from the city of Bremen, which dates back to 1286.

As the name spread across different regions of Germany, various spellings emerged, such as Becker, Becker, and Bekker. These variations reflect the regional dialects and linguistic differences that existed at the time.

One notable historical figure with the surname Bieker was Johann Bieker (1572-1646), a German theologian and philosopher who served as a professor at the University of Rostock. He was a prominent figure in the Lutheran church and authored several works on theology and philosophy.

Another individual of historical significance was Hans Bieker (1501-1567), a German artist and engraver from Nuremberg. His intricate woodcuts and engravings depicting religious and mythological scenes were highly regarded during the Renaissance period.

In the 17th century, a family named Bieker was recorded as owning a brewery in the town of Münster, Germany. This brewery, known as the Biekersche Brauhaus, was a well-known establishment in the region and operated for several generations.

The name Bieker also appears in the records of the Thirty Years' War (1618-1648), with a soldier named Christoph Bieker (1598-1672) serving in the armies of the Holy Roman Empire. His military exploits and bravery were documented in various accounts of the time.

Another notable figure was Anna Bieker (1779-1856), a German philanthropist and social reformer who dedicated her life to improving the lives of the poor and underprivileged in her community. Her efforts were widely recognized, and she was honored for her contributions.

While the surname Bieker may not be as widespread as some other German surnames, it has a rich history that spans several centuries and has been associated with individuals from various walks of life, including academics, artists, military personnel, and philanthropists.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Bieker

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

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

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