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

Doelger, 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 Doelger surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Doelger in America

Doelger is the 109758th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Doelger surname appeared 161 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 Doelger.

We can also compare 2010 data for Doelger 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 Doelger

The surname DOELGER is of German origin, originating from the northern regions of the country during the late medieval period. It is believed to be derived from the German word "Dolger," which referred to a craftsman or maker of tools, specifically those used in woodworking. This occupation-based surname was likely adopted by families who were involved in this trade.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name DOELGER can be found in the records of the town of Nuremberg, dating back to the 15th century. A document from 1472 mentions a Hans Doelger, a skilled woodworker who was commissioned to create intricate furniture for the local nobility.

In the 16th century, the name appears in the records of the city of Hamburg, where a family by the name of DOELGER had established a successful carpentry business. Johann DOELGER (1525-1598) was particularly renowned for his craftsmanship and was appointed as the head carpenter for the construction of several churches and public buildings in the city.

As the name spread throughout Germany, it also took on various spellings, such as DÖLGER, DÖLGER, and DOELGERS, reflecting regional dialects and differences in record-keeping practices.

One notable individual bearing the surname DOELGER was Friedrich DOELGER (1779-1842), a German architect and urban planner who played a significant role in the redesign and modernization of several German cities in the early 19th century. His work left a lasting impact on the architectural landscape of cities like Berlin and Dresden.

Another prominent figure was Carl DOELGER (1870-1942), a German-American businessman and real estate developer who was instrumental in shaping the residential neighborhoods of San Francisco in the early 20th century. His company, the Doelger Building Company, constructed thousands of homes in the city's Sunset and Richmond districts, leaving a lasting legacy in the city's architectural heritage.

In the realm of academia, Hans DOELGER (1891-1968) was a respected German historian and archaeologist who made significant contributions to the study of ancient Roman history and culture. His research focused on the social and economic aspects of the Roman Empire, and his works are still widely referenced in academic circles.

Throughout its history, the surname DOELGER has been carried by individuals from various walks of life, from skilled craftsmen and architects to businessmen and scholars, all of whom have left their mark on their respective fields and communities.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Doelger

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

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

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