2000
#147,095
National surname rank
Recorded bearers 103
First available Census row
Per 100,000 0.04
Very Rare Last name
Findeis
A Germanic surname derived from words meaning "traveler" or "wayfarer."
According to the 2020 US Census Bureau surname tables, roughly 130 Americans carry the last name Findeis. That puts it at #147,221 in the national surname ranking, appearing at a frequency of 0.04 per 100,000 people (about 1 in 2,636,572 residents).
This page is the full Name Census profile for the Findeis surname. You will find the Census Bureau frequency data, a multi-census history view, an ancestry and ethnicity breakdown based on self-reported demographics, the name's meaning and origin where available, and answers to the most common questions people ask about this surname.
Bearers in the US
130
1 in 2,636,572
Census rank
#147,221
2020 decennial data
Per 100,000
0.0
Frequency rate
Recorded bearers
113
very rare in the US
Popularity narrative
The Census Bureau recorded 113 bearers of the surname Findeis in its 2020 decennial surname file. At a rate of 0.04 per 100,000 residents, it holds the 147221st position in the national surname ranking.
Among Census respondents with the surname Findeis, the largest self-reported group is White at 93.8%. The next largest groups are Hispanic (6.2%).
Origin
Meaning and origin of Findeis
The surname "FINDEIS" is of German origin, with its roots traced back to the Middle Ages. The name is believed to have originated in the region of Bavaria, Germany, during the 13th or 14th century. It is derived from the Old German word "vinden," which means "to find" or "to discover," combined with the suffix "-eis," indicating a place name.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name "FINDEIS" can be found in the chronicles of the town of Nuremberg, dated around 1350. The entry mentions a certain "Hans Findeis," a local merchant and landowner. This suggests that the name was already well-established in that region by the mid-14th century.
The name "FINDEIS" is thought to have been initially associated with a specific location or settlement, likely named after an individual or family who discovered or founded the place. However, the exact origin of the place name itself remains unclear, as many historical records from that era have been lost or destroyed over time.
During the 16th century, the name "FINDEIS" appeared in several historical documents, including tax records and property deeds. One notable mention was in the town of Rothenburg ob der Tauber, where a certain "Jörg Findeis" was listed as a respected landowner and council member in 1542.
In the 17th century, the name "FINDEIS" gained prominence in the city of Augsburg, where a family of that name was known for their expertise in metalworking and craftsmanship. Johann Findeis (1598-1672), a renowned goldsmith and jeweler, was particularly famous for his intricate creations, which were highly sought after by nobility and wealthy patrons across Europe.
Another notable figure bearing the surname "FINDEIS" was Wilhelm Findeis (1722-1798), a German theologian and philosopher who authored several influential works on ethics and moral philosophy. His seminal treatise, "Grundlegung zur Metaphysik der Sitten" (Foundations of the Metaphysics of Morals), published in 1785, remains a cornerstone of modern ethical thought.
In the 19th century, the name "FINDEIS" gained recognition in the field of literature and academia. Ernst Findeis (1819-1892) was a prominent German philologist and professor at the University of Leipzig, renowned for his contributions to the study of ancient Greek and Latin texts.
Throughout its long history, the surname "FINDEIS" has been carried by individuals from various walks of life, including merchants, artisans, scholars, and professionals. While its precise origin remains shrouded in the mists of time, the name has left an indelible mark on German culture and history.
Demographics
Ancestry and ethnicity for Findeis
Among Census respondents with the surname Findeis, the largest self-reported group is White at 93.8%. The next largest groups are Hispanic (6.2%).
The bar chart below shows how Findeis bearers described their own race and ethnicity on the 2020 Census form. The Census Bureau groups responses into six broad categories: White, Black or African American, Hispanic or Latino, Asian and Pacific Islander, American Indian and Alaska Native, and Two or More Races. When a category has too few respondents for a given surname, the Bureau suppresses the figure to protect individual privacy, which is why some names show fewer than six slices.
Percentages are shown for every Census year so the breakdown stays comparable over time. When the source file also includes raw headcounts, Name Census shows those alongside the percentages in the legend.
Keep in mind that these are self-reported numbers. A person's surname does not determine their race or ethnicity, and the distribution you see here reflects the specific population who happened to carry the Findeis surname at the time of the 2020 Census, not any inherent property of the name itself.
- White93.8% · 106
- Hispanic or Latino6.2% · 7
Timeline
Historical Census data for Findeis
Findeis appears in 3 published Census surname files: 2000, 2010, 2020. The cards below show how the name's rank and bearer count changed across each release.
2010
#145,220
National surname rank
Recorded bearers 114
+11 bearers (+10.7%)
Per 100,000 0.04
Rank movement Up 1,875 places
2020
#147,221
National surname rank
Recorded bearers 113
-1 bearers (-0.9%)
Per 100,000 0.04
Rank movement Down 2,001 places
| Year | Rank | Count | Per 100K | Count change | Rank change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | #147,095 | 103 | 0.04 | First available Census row | First available Census row |
| 2010 | #145,220 | 114 | 0.04 | +11 bearers (+10.7%) | Up 1,875 places |
| 2020 | #147,221 | 113 | 0.04 | -1 bearers (-0.9%) | Down 2,001 places |
For 2020, the Census Bureau published race and Hispanic-origin columns as counts rather than percentages. Name Census converts those counts back into shares so the ancestry section stays comparable with the older surname files.
Year on year
2010 vs 2020 Census
How has the Findeis surname changed between Census years? The chart shows bearer count side by side, and the table compares rank, count, and frequency.
Census year comparison
20102020
| Metric | 2010 | 2020 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #145,220 | #147,221 | -1.4% |
| Count | 114 | 113 | -0.9% |
| Per 100K | 0.04 | 0.04 | -5.5% |
Between the 2010 and 2020 Census, the number of Findeis bearers went from 114 to 113 (-0.9% change). The surname moved down 2,001 positions in the national ranking, going from #145,220 to #147,221.
FAQ
Findeis surname: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. have the surname Findeis?
Name Census estimates that about 130 living Americans carry the surname Findeis. Using the current population baseline, that works out to roughly 1 in 2,636,572 residents.
How common is Findeis?
Findeis ranks #147,221 in the 2020 Census surname tables and is classified on this site as "Very Rare." The Census recorded the name at a frequency of 0.04 per 100,000 residents, which is about 0 people out of every 100,000.
How many people with this surname were counted in the Census?
The raw 2020 Census file counted 113 people with the surname Findeis. That is different from the site's living-bearer estimate (130), which projects the surname's present-day count by applying the Census frequency rate to the current U.S. population.
What does 0.04 per 100,000 actually mean?
It is the Census Bureau's normalized frequency measure. A rate of 0.04 per 100,000 means that if you picked a random group of 100,000 U.S. residents, you would expect about 0 of them to have the surname Findeis.
Has Findeis become more or less common over time?
Between 2010 and 2020, the surname Findeis went from 114 recorded bearers to 113. That is a decrease of 1 (-0.9%). In the national ranking it fell from #145,220 to #147,221.
What does the Census say about the background of Findeis?
Among Census respondents with the surname Findeis, the largest self-reported group is White at 93.8%. The next largest groups are Hispanic (6.2%). These figures come from the 2020 Census Bureau surname tables, based on how respondents described their own race and ethnicity.
Which group reports this surname most often?
White is the largest self-reported group for the surname Findeis in the 2020 Census, accounting for 93.8% (106 people in the source table).
What is the full ancestry breakdown?
Findeis appears across multiple self-reported groups in the Census data. The largest shares in the 2020 file are White (93.8%), Hispanic (6.2%). For 2020, the source file also published raw headcounts for each group, which is why this page can show both percentages and counts in the ancestry section.
Is this page using the latest Census data?
Yes. This page is using the latest surname file currently loaded on Name Census, which is 2020. The historical section above also keeps any older Census surname entries we have for Findeis (2000, 2010, 2020).
Does the Census include every surname?
No. The Census Bureau only publishes surnames that appeared at least 100 times in a given decennial Census. That means very rare surnames are excluded entirely, and a surname can appear in one Census release but disappear from a later one if it falls below the reporting threshold.
Why don't the ancestry percentages always add up to exactly 100%?
There are two main reasons: rounding and suppression. The Census Bureau rounds published values, and it may suppress very small cells to protect privacy. For 2020, the Bureau also published raw group counts rather than direct percentages, so Name Census converts those counts back into shares for comparability across census years.
What does Findeis mean?
A Germanic surname derived from words meaning "traveler" or "wayfarer." The fuller origin note on this page goes into more detail.
Where does the surname data come from?
All surname statistics on Name Census are drawn from the US Census Bureau's decennial surname frequency tables. These files list every surname that appeared 100 or more times in the 2020 Census, along with a count, a per-100,000 rate, and a self-reported demographic breakdown. You can read the full explanation on our methodology page.
How does Name Census estimate living bearers?
For surnames, Name Census does not age cohorts the way it does for first names. Instead, it takes the Census Bureau's published frequency for Findeis (0.04 per 100,000) and applies that rate to the current U.S. resident population to estimate how many living Americans have the surname today.
How many people share the surname Findeis?
For a quick modern estimate, our sister site HowManyOfMe.org answers that in one glance, with the living-bearer count front and centre.