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

Bockes, 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 Bockes surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Bockes in America

Bockes is the 113155th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Bockes surname appeared 155 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 Bockes.

We can also compare 2010 data for Bockes 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 Bockes

The surname Bockes is believed to have originated in Germany, with its earliest known occurrences dating back to the 16th century. The name is derived from the German word "Bock," which means "buck" or "male goat." It is likely that the name was initially used as a descriptive nickname for someone who exhibited traits associated with a buck, such as stubbornness or agility.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the surname Bockes can be found in the records of the city of Augsburg, where a certain Hans Bockes is mentioned in a document from 1567. Another early reference comes from the town of Marburg, where a family by the name of Bockes is recorded as residing in the late 16th century.

The spelling of the surname has evolved over time, with variations such as Bocks, Bockx, and Bockes being commonly found in historical records. Some of these variations may have originated from different regional dialects or as a result of clerical errors in transcribing the name.

Notable individuals bearing the Bockes surname include Johann Bockes (1587-1652), a German theologian and author who wrote extensively on religious subjects during the Protestant Reformation. Another figure of note is Wilhelm Bockes (1742-1818), a German composer and organist who is remembered for his contributions to church music.

In the 17th century, a family by the name of Bockes is recorded as having settled in the Dutch city of Delft, where they established themselves as successful merchants and traders. One member of this family, Pieter Bockes (1628-1701), gained prominence as a skilled engraver and etcher, with his works being highly sought after by collectors of his time.

Moving into the 18th century, the Bockes surname can be found in various regions of what is now modern-day Germany, with concentrations in areas such as Saxony and Hesse. During this period, several individuals bearing the name gained recognition in fields such as academia and the arts. For instance, Johannes Bockes (1725-1803) was a respected scholar and linguist who authored numerous works on the study of ancient languages.

Throughout its history, the Bockes surname has been associated with a diverse range of occupations and achievements, reflecting the varied backgrounds and experiences of those who have carried the name. While its origins may be rooted in a humble descriptive nickname, the name has since become woven into the tapestry of various cultural and historical contexts across Europe.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Bockes

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

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

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