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

Brandyburg, 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 Brandyburg surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Brandyburg in America

Brandyburg is the 132206th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Brandyburg surname appeared 128 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 Brandyburg.

We can also compare 2010 data for Brandyburg 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 Brandyburg

The surname Brandyburg is believed to have originated in the region of Germany known as Bavaria, dating back to the 16th century. It is thought to have derived from the German words "Brand," meaning "burn" or "fire," and "burg," meaning "castle" or "fortified town." This suggests that the name may have referred to a person who lived in or near a castle or town that had been burned or was known for its fires.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Brandyburg can be found in the Bavarian town records from the late 1500s, where a family by that name was documented as living in the village of Burgstein. This village was situated near the ruins of an ancient castle, lending credence to the theory of the name's origin.

In the 17th century, a prominent figure named Johann Brandyburg (1624-1698) was mentioned in the chronicles of the city of Nuremberg as a respected merchant and member of the local guild. His descendants continued to carry on the family name and trade in the region for several generations.

During the 18th century, a scholar and philosopher named Friedrich Brandyburg (1712-1781) gained recognition for his works on ethics and morality. His writings were widely read and discussed among academic circles throughout Germany and neighboring countries.

Another notable individual with the surname Brandyburg was Katharina Brandyburg (1789-1867), a renowned artist known for her intricate woodcarvings and sculptures. Her works were displayed in several art galleries and museums across Bavaria, and she was celebrated for her mastery of the craft.

In the 19th century, a family of Brandyburgs settled in the town of Bayreuth, where they established a successful brewery. The head of the family, Hans Brandyburg (1825-1902), was respected for his business acumen and contributions to the local community.

Throughout its history, the surname Brandyburg has been associated with various occupations and professions, from merchants and scholars to artists and entrepreneurs. While the exact origins and meaning may have evolved over time, the name remains a significant part of the cultural heritage of Bavaria and Germany.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Brandyburg

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

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

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