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

Burtner, 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 Burtner surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Burtner in America

Burtner is the 25975th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Burtner surname appeared 945 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 Burtner.

We can also compare 2010 data for Burtner 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 Burtner

The surname Burtner is believed to have originated in Germany, with its roots dating back to the Middle Ages. It is thought to be derived from the German word "burten," which means "to carry" or "to bear." This suggests that the name may have been given to someone whose occupation involved carrying or transporting goods.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Burtner can be found in the Bavarian town of Augsburg, where a merchant named Johann Burtner was mentioned in a document from the 14th century. This document suggests that the family may have been involved in trade and commerce during that time.

As the Burtner family spread across Europe, the name underwent various spelling variations, such as Burtner, Bürtner, and Bürthner. These variations were likely influenced by regional dialects and the preferences of local scribes.

In the 16th century, a notable figure named Hans Burtner was recorded as a master woodcarver in the city of Nuremberg. His intricate woodcarvings adorned many churches and public buildings in the region, cementing his place in the annals of German artisanry.

The 17th century saw the Burtner name appear in the records of the Thirty Years' War, with several soldiers bearing the surname serving in various armies. One such soldier, Jakob Burtner, was noted for his bravery in the Battle of Nördlingen in 1634.

As the Burtner family continued to spread across Europe and eventually to other parts of the world, notable individuals emerged. In the 19th century, Wilhelm Burtner (1812-1892) was a respected German philosopher and professor at the University of Berlin, contributing to the fields of ethics and metaphysics.

Another notable figure was Marie Burtner (1856-1928), a French botanist and explorer who made significant contributions to the study of plant life in the Amazon rainforest. Her meticulous documentation and collection of specimens helped expand our understanding of the region's rich biodiversity.

In the 20th century, Karl Burtner (1901-1976) was a renowned German architect whose innovative designs left a lasting impact on the urban landscape of Berlin and other cities. His masterpiece, the Burtner Haus, is still regarded as a remarkable example of modern architecture.

These are just a few examples of the individuals who have carried the Burtner surname throughout history, each leaving their mark in various fields and contributing to the rich tapestry of human endeavor.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Burtner

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

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

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