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

Bockstahler, 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 Bockstahler surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Bockstahler in America

Bockstahler is the 103655th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Bockstahler surname appeared 173 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 Bockstahler.

We can also compare 2010 data for Bockstahler 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 Bockstahler

The surname BOCKSTAHLER originates from Germany, with its roots tracing back to the 16th century. It is believed to have originated from the German word "Bockstahler," which translates to "valley of the bucks" or "deer valley," suggesting that the name may have been derived from a place name referring to a location where deer were abundant.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the BOCKSTAHLER surname can be found in the Kirchenbücher, which were church records maintained in various regions of Germany during the 16th and 17th centuries. These records often documented births, marriages, and deaths within local communities, providing valuable insights into the historical spread of surnames like BOCKSTAHLER.

In the late 17th century, a notable figure bearing the BOCKSTAHLER surname was Johann Bockstahler (1643-1718), a German theologian and author from Nuremberg. His works, including several treatises on religious topics, were published during his lifetime and contributed to the scholarly discourse of the time.

Another individual of historical significance was Wilhelm Bockstahler (1792-1867), a German painter and engraver. Born in Berlin, he is known for his landscapes and architectural renderings, many of which depicted the scenery and buildings of his native city.

Moving into the 19th century, the BOCKSTAHLER name gained further recognition with the birth of Friedrich Bockstahler (1831-1902), a German politician and lawyer. He served as a member of the Reichstag, the parliament of the German Empire, representing the city of Cologne from 1871 to 1877.

Across the Atlantic, the BOCKSTAHLER surname also found its way to the United States, with one notable figure being August Bockstahler (1859-1935). Born in Germany, he immigrated to the United States in the late 19th century and became a successful businessman, establishing a brewery in Chicago that bore his name.

Throughout its history, the BOCKSTAHLER surname has undergone various spelling variations, including Bockstahler, Bockstaehler, and Bockstähler, reflecting regional dialects and the evolution of language over time. While the name's origins can be traced back to Germany, it has since spread to other parts of the world, carried by individuals and families who have contributed to the rich tapestry of cultural diversity.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Bockstahler

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

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

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