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

Eiden, 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 Eiden surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Eiden in America

Eiden is the 21842nd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Eiden surname appeared 1,190 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 Eiden.

We can also compare 2010 data for Eiden 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 Eiden

The surname "EIDEN" is believed to have originated in Germany, with its roots tracing back to the Middle Ages. It is believed to be derived from the Old German word "eid," which means "oath" or "vow." This suggests that the name may have been associated with someone who took a significant oath or made a solemn vow in the past.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name "EIDEN" can be found in the Codex Diplomaticus, a collection of medieval diplomatic documents from the 9th to the 15th century. The name appears in a document dated 1289, referring to a man named Heinricus Eiden, who was a merchant from the city of Frankfurt.

During the 14th century, the name "EIDEN" was also documented in the city of Cologne, where it was associated with a family of prominent traders and merchants. The Eiden family played a significant role in the economic and political affairs of the city during this period.

As the name spread across German-speaking regions, it underwent various spelling variations, such as "Eyden," "Eydenn," and "Eydener." These variations were often influenced by local dialects and regional pronunciation differences.

One notable figure bearing the surname "EIDEN" was Johann Eiden (1529-1602), a German theologian and reformer who played a role in the Protestant Reformation. He was a supporter of Martin Luther's teachings and worked to spread the Protestant faith in the region of Saxony.

Another individual of historical significance was Philipp Eiden (1638-1712), a German composer and organist who served at the court of the Elector of Saxony. His compositions, particularly his organ works, were highly regarded during his time.

In the 19th century, the name "EIDEN" gained prominence with the birth of Friedrich Eiden (1819-1897), a German writer and historian who wrote extensively on the history of the Rhineland region. His works provided valuable insights into the cultural and social fabric of the area during that period.

The name "EIDEN" can also be found in various place names across Germany, such as Eidenborn, a small town in the state of Rhineland-Palatinate, and Eidenburg, a former castle located in the city of Cologne.

While the surname "EIDEN" is not among the most common surnames in Germany today, it has a rich historical legacy that spans centuries and reflects the cultural and economic influence of those who bore this name in various regions of the country.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Eiden

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

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

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