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

Frerk, 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 Frerk surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Frerk in America

Frerk is the 127494th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Frerk surname appeared 134 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 Frerk.

We can also compare 2010 data for Frerk 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 Frerk

The surname FRERK has its origins in Germany, where it emerged in the 16th century. It is believed to have derived from the Low German word "frerk," which translates to "brave" or "courageous." This suggests that the name may have initially been bestowed upon an individual known for their bravery or valor.

Historical records indicate that the surname FRERK first appeared in the town of Münster, located in the state of North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany. The name can be found in church records and municipal documents from the region, dating back to the mid-1500s.

One of the earliest documented instances of the surname FRERK is in the baptismal records of St. Lamberti Church in Münster, where a child named Hans FRERK was baptized in 1587. This provides evidence of the name's existence and usage during that time period.

In the 17th century, the name FRERK began to spread beyond Münster and the surrounding areas. It can be found in various other parts of Germany, particularly in the northern regions. The town of Lübeck, located in the state of Schleswig-Holstein, has records of a family named FRERK dating back to the late 1600s.

One notable individual bearing the surname FRERK was Johann FRERK, a merchant and trader who lived in Hamburg, Germany, between 1645 and 1718. He was involved in the lucrative trade between the Hanseatic cities and the Baltic region, amassing considerable wealth during his lifetime.

Another historical figure with the surname FRERK was Margaretha FRERK (1712-1782), a renowned artist and painter from Lübeck. Her works, which included portrait paintings and religious scenes, were highly regarded during her time and can still be found in various collections across Germany.

In the 19th century, the name FRERK gained further recognition with the birth of Friedrich FRERK (1818-1891), a prominent German philosopher and academic. He taught at several universities, including the University of Heidelberg, and published numerous works on metaphysics and moral philosophy.

The surname FRERK also found its way into the annals of military history with the exploits of Karl FRERK (1886-1952), a German soldier who served in both World War I and World War II. He rose to the rank of General and was awarded several decorations for his service and bravery.

While the surname FRERK may not be as widespread as some other German names, it has left an indelible mark on the country's history, with notable individuals bearing the name across various fields, from arts and academia to business and military service.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Frerk

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

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

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