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

Goehrig, 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 Goehrig surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Goehrig in America

Goehrig is the 98553rd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Goehrig surname appeared 184 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 Goehrig.

We can also compare 2010 data for Goehrig 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 Goehrig

The surname GOEHRIG is of German origin, with its roots tracing back to the Middle Ages. It originated in the southern regions of Germany, particularly in Bavaria and surrounding areas.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name GOEHRIG dates back to the 13th century, where it appeared in various municipal records and local chronicles. The name is believed to have derived from the Old German word "goer" or "gor," meaning a spear or lance, suggesting a possible connection to warriors or soldiers in ancient times.

During the Middle Ages, the name GOEHRIG was often associated with individuals who lived in or near the town of Goering, located in the present-day state of Bavaria. This place name likely influenced the spelling and pronunciation of the surname over time.

In the 15th century, a notable figure bearing the name GOEHRIG was Johann Goehrig, a renowned scholar and theologian born in Nuremberg in 1420. His contributions to the study of religious texts and his scholarly works were widely recognized during his lifetime.

Another prominent individual with the surname GOEHRIG was Heinrich Goehrig, a skilled artisan and woodcarver who lived in the city of Augsburg in the late 16th century. His intricate woodcarvings adorned several churches and public buildings, reflecting the artistic talents associated with this name.

In the 17th century, the name GOEHRIG appeared in various records of the Holy Roman Empire, including military rosters and guild registries. One such individual was Hans Goehrig, a respected master craftsman and member of the local guild in the city of Munich, born in 1625.

The 18th century saw the rise of Johann Friedrich Goehrig, a renowned composer and organist born in Dresden in 1738. His compositions for organ and church music were widely performed and admired throughout Germany during his lifetime.

As the GOEHRIG name spread across Germany and into neighboring regions, it underwent various spelling variations, including Göhrig, Goerich, and Goehring, reflecting regional dialects and linguistic influences.

While the name GOEHRIG has been associated with notable figures throughout history, it has also been carried by countless individuals from diverse walks of life, each contributing to the rich tapestry of German culture and heritage.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Goehrig

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

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

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