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

Effler, 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 Effler surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Effler in America

Effler is the 26143rd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Effler surname appeared 936 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 Effler.

We can also compare 2010 data for Effler 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 Effler

The surname Effler is of German origin, and it first appeared in the 16th century in the region of Bavaria. It is believed to have derived from the Old German word "efal," which means "noble" or "excellent." This suggests that the name may have been initially given to someone of high social status or exceptional character.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the Effler name can be found in the Bavarian town records from the late 1500s, where a certain Hans Effler was mentioned as a landowner and respected member of the community. It is likely that his descendants took on the surname and helped establish its presence in the region.

In the 17th century, the Effler name began to spread beyond Bavaria, with some families relocating to other parts of Germany and neighboring countries. During this time, variations in spelling, such as "Effeler" and "Efler," also emerged, reflecting regional linguistic differences.

A notable figure bearing the Effler name was Johann Effler (1633-1701), a prominent theologian and author from Saxony. His works on religious and philosophical topics were widely read and influential during his lifetime, further contributing to the recognition of the Effler name.

Another individual of historical significance was Friedrich Effler (1795-1872), a German military officer who served in the Napoleonic Wars and later became a respected strategist and writer on military tactics. His contributions to military theory and leadership earned him a place in the annals of German military history.

In the 19th century, the Effler name found its way to other parts of Europe and even across the Atlantic. One such example is Wilhelm Effler (1822-1891), a German immigrant who settled in Pennsylvania and became a successful businessman and community leader in the city of Philadelphia.

Another notable bearer of the Effler name was Anna Effler (1856-1932), a German-born actress and stage performer who achieved fame in the theaters of Berlin and Vienna. Her talents and performances were widely acclaimed during the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

By the 20th century, the Effler surname had gained a global presence, with families of this name residing in various parts of the world, including North America, South America, and even Australia. While the name's origins can be traced back to Bavaria, its journey over the centuries has led to a diverse and widespread distribution.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Effler

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

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

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