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

Geistweidt, 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 Geistweidt surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Geistweidt in America

Geistweidt is the 160975th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Geistweidt surname appeared 100 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 Geistweidt.

We can also compare 2010 data for Geistweidt 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 Geistweidt

The surname "GEISTWEIDT" has its origins in Germany, dating back to the 16th century. It is believed to have derived from the German words "Geist" (meaning "spirit" or "mind") and "Weidt" (meaning "field" or "meadow"). This combination suggests that the name may have originally referred to a person who lived or worked in a spiritual or contemplative field or meadow.

The earliest known records of the name "GEISTWEIDT" can be traced to the region of Bavaria in southern Germany. In the 1500s, there are mentions of the name in local church records and land registries. One notable example is Johann Geistweidt, born in 1548 in the town of Amberg, who was a respected scholar and theologian.

As the name spread across Germany and neighboring regions, variations in spelling emerged, including "Geisteweidt," "Geistweyt," and "Geysteweyt." These variants reflect the regional differences in language and pronunciation at the time.

One of the earliest documented individuals with the name "GEISTWEIDT" was Hans Geistweidt, born in 1612 in the town of Nürnberg. He was a prominent merchant and trader, whose business ventures took him across Europe. His descendants continued to carry the name throughout the 17th and 18th centuries.

Another notable figure was Maria Geistweidt, born in 1723 in the city of Munich. She was a renowned artist and painter, known for her intricate portraits and landscapes. Her works were highly sought after by nobility and wealthy patrons of the era.

In the 19th century, the name "GEISTWEIDT" gained prominence with the rise of Heinrich Geistweidt, born in 1832 in the town of Augsburg. He was a pioneering engineer and inventor, credited with several groundbreaking innovations in the field of textile machinery. His legacy lived on through his children and grandchildren, many of whom pursued careers in engineering and science.

As the 20th century dawned, the name "GEISTWEIDT" continued to be carried by notable individuals, such as Karl Geistweidt, born in 1901 in Berlin. He was a respected lawyer and legal scholar, whose work on constitutional law and civil rights made a significant impact in Germany during the turbulent times of the early 20th century.

Throughout its history, the surname "GEISTWEIDT" has been associated with individuals from various walks of life, including scholars, artists, merchants, engineers, and legal professionals. While the name's origins can be traced back to medieval Germany, its legacy has extended across regions and generations, reflecting the diverse contributions of those who carried it.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Geistweidt

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

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

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