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

Geitz, 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 Geitz surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Geitz in America

Geitz is the 64721st most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Geitz surname appeared 307 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 Geitz.

We can also compare 2010 data for Geitz 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 Geitz

The surname GEITZ is believed to have originated in Germany, with roots dating back to the Middle Ages. It is a locational surname, derived from the place name Geitz or Götz, which are small towns or villages found in various regions of Germany.

One of the earliest recorded mentions of the name can be found in the Codex Diplomaticus Saxoniae Regiae, a collection of medieval documents from the Kingdom of Saxony. In this collection, there is a reference to a person named "Heinricus de Geitz" in the year 1299.

The name is thought to have evolved from the Old German word "gēr," meaning "spear" or "javelin." This suggests that the name may have been initially associated with individuals who were skilled in wielding spears or worked as spear makers.

In the 15th century, records show a notable GEITZ family living in the town of Götz, located in the Rhineland-Palatinate region of Germany. One prominent member of this family was Johann GEITZ (1430-1492), who served as a magistrate and played a significant role in the local administration.

During the 16th and 17th centuries, the GEITZ surname spread across various parts of Germany, with families establishing themselves in cities like Frankfurt, Leipzig, and Berlin. One notable figure from this era was Hans GEITZ (1567-1638), a renowned clockmaker and inventor from Nuremberg.

In the 18th century, the GEITZ name found its way to other parts of Europe, including the Netherlands and Switzerland. One notable individual from this period was Peter GEITZ (1718-1798), a Swiss mathematician and astronomer who made significant contributions to the field of celestial mechanics.

As the name spread across Europe, it underwent various spellings and variations, such as Getz, Götz, and Goetz. However, the GEITZ spelling remained prevalent in Germany and parts of Central Europe.

Some other notable individuals with the surname GEITZ throughout history include:

1. Wilhelm GEITZ (1822-1891), a German botanist and plant collector.
2. Anna GEITZ (1860-1928), a German opera singer and vocal teacher.
3. Otto GEITZ (1888-1957), a German sculptor and artist known for his bronze sculptures.
4. Erich GEITZ (1898-1976), a German military officer who served in both World Wars.
5. Heinz GEITZ (1935-2002), a German actor and theater director.

While the GEITZ surname may not be as widespread as some other German surnames, it has a rich history and has been carried by individuals who have made significant contributions in various fields over the centuries.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Geitz

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

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

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