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

Eidle, 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 Eidle surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Eidle in America

Eidle is the 135593rd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Eidle surname appeared 124 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 Eidle.

The history of the last name Eidle

The surname EIDLE is believed to have originated in Germany during the medieval period. It is a locational surname, derived from the town of Eidle, located in the region of Bavaria. The name is thought to stem from the Old German word "eidil," which means "ancestral home" or "inherited estate."

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name EIDLE can be found in the Codex Diplomaticus, a collection of historical documents from the Bavarian region, dating back to the 13th century. This document mentions an individual named Johannes Eidle, who was a landowner in the town of Eidle.

In the 16th century, the name EIDLE appeared in the Kirchenbücher, which were church records kept by parishes throughout Germany. These records document the births, marriages, and deaths of individuals with the surname EIDLE, providing valuable insights into the history and spread of the name.

A notable figure bearing the surname EIDLE was Hans Eidle (1497-1572), a prominent German goldsmith and engraver from Nuremberg. His intricate works, which included religious objects and decorative items, were highly sought after by the nobility and wealthy patrons of the time.

Another person of historical significance was Margaretha Eidle (1555-1631), a German herbalist and midwife from the town of Eidle. Her extensive knowledge of medicinal plants and their applications was widely recognized, and she was often consulted by the local community for her expertise.

In the 18th century, the name EIDLE was associated with Johann Georg Eidle (1717-1798), a renowned clockmaker from the Black Forest region of Germany. His precision timepieces were highly valued for their craftsmanship and accuracy, and many examples of his work can still be found in museums and private collections.

The name EIDLE has also been linked to several notable locations throughout Germany. For instance, the village of Eidlburg, located in the state of Bavaria, is believed to have derived its name from the surname EIDLE, possibly indicating that the area was once inhabited by individuals bearing this name.

It is worth noting that the surname EIDLE has undergone various spelling variations over the centuries, including Eidl, Eydl, and Eydel, reflecting the regional dialects and linguistic influences of different areas within Germany.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Eidle

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

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 Eidle 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.

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

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