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

Dilligard, 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 Dilligard surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Dilligard in America

Dilligard is the 89403rd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Dilligard surname appeared 207 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 Dilligard.

We can also compare 2010 data for Dilligard 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 Dilligard

The surname Dilligard originates from the German language and is believed to have first appeared in the region of Bavaria during the 12th century. It is derived from the Old German words "dillig" meaning diligent or hardworking, and "gard" meaning a small farm or enclosure. Together, the name likely referred to a diligent or hardworking farmer or one who tended to a small enclosed farming area.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name can be found in a Bavarian land registry from 1187, where a farmer named Dietrich Dilligard is listed as owning a small plot of land near the village of Aindling. The name appears to have spread gradually throughout the region over the next few centuries, with variations in spelling such as Diligartt and Dyllygard appearing in various records.

In the 15th century, a prominent Dilligard family is recorded as residing in the town of Augsburg, with several members holding positions of influence within the local guilds and governing bodies. A notable figure from this family was Hans Dilligard, a successful merchant and alderman who lived from 1422 to 1498.

As the name spread further across Europe, it began to appear in other regions and countries. In the 16th century, a Dutch sailor named Jan Dilligard was part of the crew of a ship that explored the coastline of what is now Australia. His name can be found in the ship's log from their voyage in 1542.

Another well-known bearer of the name was the German artist and engraver Georg Dilligard, who lived from 1631 to 1698. His intricate etchings and woodcuts depicting scenes from the Bible and mythology were highly sought after during his lifetime, and his works can be found in numerous museums and private collections around the world.

In the 19th century, a family of Dilligards settled in the United States, with Johann Dilligard emigrating from Germany and establishing a successful farming community in the state of Pennsylvania. His descendants went on to become prominent figures in local politics and business throughout the region.

Overall, the surname Dilligard has a rich history spanning several centuries and regions, with its roots firmly planted in the agricultural traditions of medieval Bavaria. While the name may have evolved in spelling and pronunciation over time, its underlying meaning of diligence and hard work remains a testament to the values of its earliest bearers.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Dilligard

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

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

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