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

Buethe, 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 Buethe surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Buethe in America

Buethe is the 90113th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Buethe surname appeared 205 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 Buethe.

We can also compare 2010 data for Buethe 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 Buethe

The surname BUETHE originated in Germany, with roots tracing back to the 14th century. It is believed to have derived from the Old German word "buden," meaning a small hut or dwelling. This suggests that the name may have originally referred to someone who lived in a modest dwelling or a particular area with such dwellings.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name BUETHE can be found in the archives of the town of Göttingen, dating back to the year 1387. The document mentions a certain "Henricus Buethe" as a landowner in the region. This serves as evidence of the name's existence and usage in medieval Germany.

During the 16th century, the name BUETHE appeared in various records across various German states. For example, in 1532, a "Johannes Buethe" was recorded as a merchant in the city of Hamburg. Additionally, in 1572, a "Wilhelm Buethe" was listed as a member of the local council in the town of Lübeck.

As families with the surname BUETHE spread across different regions, variations in spelling emerged. Some notable examples include "Buthe," "Büthe," and "Bühte." These variations were likely influenced by local dialects and regional pronunciations.

One notable individual bearing the surname BUETHE was Johann Buethe, a German theologian and philosopher who lived from 1592 to 1661. He was a prominent figure in the Protestant Reformation and authored several works on theology and ethics.

Another historically significant figure was Balthasar Buethe, a German painter and engraver who lived from 1628 to 1701. He is renowned for his intricate engravings depicting religious scenes and landscapes, many of which can be found in museums across Europe.

In the 18th century, the name BUETHE gained prominence in the agricultural community. Johann Friedrich Buethe (1723-1789) was a respected farmer and landowner in the region of Mecklenburg. His contributions to agricultural practices and land management were recognized by his contemporaries.

Towards the end of the 19th century, the BUETHE surname appeared in various German-speaking communities across Europe. One notable individual was Karl Buethe (1849-1923), a German-born engineer who played a significant role in the construction of railway systems in Austria-Hungary.

These are just a few examples of individuals who bore the surname BUETHE throughout history. While the name may have evolved in spelling and regional usage, its origins can be traced back to medieval Germany, where it likely referred to those who lived in modest dwellings or particular areas with such dwellings.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Buethe

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

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

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