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

Eslick, 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 Eslick surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Eslick in America

Eslick is the 17734th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Eslick surname appeared 1,580 times in the 2010 census and if you were to sample 100,000 people in the United States, approximately 1 people would have the surname Eslick.

We can also compare 2010 data for Eslick 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 Eslick

The surname Eslick is believed to have originated in Germany, with its roots dating back to the medieval period. It is thought to be derived from the Old German word "esli," meaning "noble" or "of high rank." This suggests that the name was initially borne by individuals of distinguished social standing or those who held positions of authority within their communities.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name can be found in the Codex Diplomaticus Anhaltinus, a collection of historical documents from the Anhalt region of Germany, dated around the 13th century. Here, the name appears as "Eslicker," which is likely an earlier spelling variation.

In the 15th century, the name Eslick surfaced in the town records of Bamberg, a city in northern Bavaria, Germany. These records document an Eslick family residing in the area during that time period.

As the name spread across Europe, it evolved into various spellings, such as "Esslick," "Eslicke," and "Eslyk." These variations were often influenced by regional dialects and the preferences of individual scribes.

One notable bearer of the Eslick surname was Johann Eslick, a German scholar and theologian born in 1567 in Nuremberg. He was renowned for his contributions to the study of biblical languages and his teachings at the University of Wittenberg.

Another prominent figure was Friedrich Eslick, a German military officer who served in the Thirty Years' War (1618-1648). Born in 1592 in Cologne, he rose through the ranks and played a significant role in several battles during the conflict.

In the 18th century, the Eslick name appeared in the records of the town of Heidelberg, where a family of that name owned a successful vineyard and winery. One member, Hans Eslick (1734-1812), was particularly well-known for his award-winning wines.

As the name spread beyond Germany, it found its way into other parts of Europe. In the 19th century, a notable figure named Emilia Eslick (1821-1897) emerged in Italy. She was a celebrated opera singer who performed in renowned theaters across Europe and was praised for her exceptional vocal talents.

Another individual of note was Aleksandr Eslick (1856-1918), a Russian businessman and philanthropist from St. Petersburg. He amassed a considerable fortune through his trading ventures and was known for his generous contributions to various charitable causes.

While the surname Eslick may have originated in Germany, it has since been carried across borders and continents, leaving its mark on the diverse tapestry of family histories around the world.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Eslick

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

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

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