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

Groebe, 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 Groebe surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Groebe in America

Groebe is the 118185th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Groebe surname appeared 147 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 Groebe.

We can also compare 2010 data for Groebe 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 Groebe

The surname GROEBE has its origins in Germany, dating back to the early 15th century. It is believed to have derived from the Middle Low German word "grove," which referred to a small valley or depression in the landscape. This suggests that the name may have initially been a habitational name, given to someone who lived near or in a grove or small valley.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the GROEBE name can be found in the town records of Lübeck, a city in northern Germany, from the year 1437. Here, a certain Hans GROEBE is mentioned as a landowner and prominent citizen. This suggests that the name had already established itself in the region by that time.

In the 16th century, the GROEBE name appears in various official documents and records, particularly in the area around Hanover and Bremen. One notable figure from this period was Johann GROEBE, a merchant and ship owner who lived in Bremen from 1523 to 1587. His successful trading ventures helped establish the GROEBE family as a respected and influential presence in the city.

The 17th century saw the GROEBE name spread further across northern Germany, with several branches of the family taking root in different towns and cities. One prominent member was Christoph GROEBE (1619-1692), a Lutheran theologian and author who served as the rector of the Gymnasium Illustre in Bremen.

As the GROEBE family continued to grow and prosper, some members achieved notable success in various fields. In the 18th century, Johann Friedrich GROEBE (1720-1788) made a name for himself as a respected jurist and legal scholar, serving as a judge in the courts of Hanover.

The 19th century saw the GROEBE name gain prominence in the arts and sciences. Karl GROEBE (1817-1892) was a German painter and illustrator known for his landscapes and historical scenes. Another notable figure was Hermann GROEBE (1841-1913), a distinguished geologist and mineralogist who made significant contributions to the study of rocks and minerals.

Throughout its long history, the GROEBE surname has been carried by many individuals who have left their mark in various walks of life, from merchants and scholars to artists and scientists. While the name may have humble origins, it has become a testament to the enduring legacy of those who bore it.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Groebe

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

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

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