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

Foehr, 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 Foehr surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Foehr in America

Foehr is the 92358th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Foehr surname appeared 199 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 Foehr.

We can also compare 2010 data for Foehr 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 Foehr

The surname "FOEHR" is believed to have originated in Germany, specifically in the northern region of Schleswig-Holstein. The name can be traced back to the 16th century and is thought to be derived from the Old German word "foren," which means "to lead" or "to guide." This suggests that the name may have originally referred to a person who worked as a guide or leader, possibly in a trade or travel context.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name "FOEHR" appears in a church register from the town of Flensburg, Schleswig-Holstein, dated around 1580. The entry mentions a certain "Hans Foehr," who was likely a resident of the town at the time. This provides evidence that the name was already established in the region during the late 16th century.

The name "FOEHR" is also closely associated with the island of Föhr, located off the western coast of Schleswig-Holstein. It's possible that the surname originated from this place name, as it was common for people to adopt surnames based on the locations they were from or lived in. The island of Föhr has a rich history dating back to the Middle Ages, and it was a thriving trading center during the Hanseatic League era.

One notable figure with the surname "FOEHR" was Johann Friedrich Foehr, a German theologian and author who lived from 1780 to 1849. He was a prominent figure in the Lutheran Church and wrote several influential works on theology and religious philosophy.

Another individual of historical significance was Carl Foehr, a German artist and illustrator who lived from 1818 to 1888. He was known for his intricate etchings and engravings, many of which depicted scenes from German folklore and mythology.

In the 19th century, a man named Hans Foehr (1847-1921) gained recognition as a successful merchant and trader in the city of Hamburg, Germany. He played a significant role in the city's thriving maritime trade and was involved in various business ventures.

The name "FOEHR" can also be found in other parts of Europe, such as Denmark and the Netherlands, likely due to migration and trade connections with the northern German region. However, its origins are firmly rooted in the Schleswig-Holstein area of Germany.

Throughout its history, the surname "FOEHR" has been associated with various professions, including theology, art, commerce, and trade, reflecting the diverse backgrounds and contributions of those who have carried this name over the centuries.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Foehr

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

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

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