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

Ergle, 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 Ergle surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Ergle in America

Ergle is the 35764th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Ergle surname appeared 628 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 Ergle.

We can also compare 2010 data for Ergle 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 Ergle

The surname ERGLE is of German origin, with its roots traced back to the 16th century. The name is believed to have derived from the Old German word "ergle," which means "to toil" or "to work hard." This suggests that the name may have been initially associated with individuals who were known for their diligence and industrious nature.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the ERGLE surname can be found in the parish records of the town of Mainz, located in the Rhineland region of Germany, dating back to the late 1500s. It is speculated that the name may have originated in this region and later spread to other parts of Germany and neighboring countries.

During the 17th and 18th centuries, the ERGLE name appeared in various historical documents, including tax records and land registries in the German states of Bavaria and Saxony. This indicates that the name had gained prominence and was well-established among the German population during this time period.

Notables bearing the ERGLE surname include Hans Ergle, a prominent merchant and trader from the city of Frankfurt, who lived in the early 1700s and played a significant role in establishing trade routes between Germany and the Netherlands. Another notable figure was Katharina Ergle, a renowned herbalist and healer from the town of Nuremberg, who lived during the late 1600s and authored several books on traditional remedies and natural cures.

In the 19th century, the ERGLE surname gained recognition beyond the borders of Germany. Johann Ergle (1812-1887), a German-born artist and painter, gained acclaim for his landscapes and portraits depicting scenes from rural life in Germany. His works were widely exhibited across Europe and are now part of various art collections.

The ERGLE name also found its way to other parts of the world through immigration. One notable figure was Wilhelm Ergle (1864-1932), a German immigrant who settled in the United States in the late 19th century and became a successful businessman and entrepreneur in the city of Chicago.

Another individual of note was Ernst Ergle (1892-1968), a German-born engineer who made significant contributions to the field of aeronautics. He worked on the development of early aircraft designs and is credited with several patents related to aircraft propulsion systems.

Throughout its history, the ERGLE surname has maintained a strong association with hard work, perseverance, and achievement, reflecting the core values implied by its etymological roots.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Ergle

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

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

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