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

Gydesen, 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 Gydesen surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Gydesen in America

Gydesen is the 71886th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Gydesen surname appeared 271 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 Gydesen.

We can also compare 2010 data for Gydesen 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 Gydesen

The surname GYDESEN is of Danish origin, originating in the medieval period. It is derived from the personal name Gyde, which was a common name in Denmark during that time. The suffix "-sen" indicates that it was a patronymic surname, meaning "son of Gyde."

The earliest recorded instances of the GYDESEN surname can be found in Danish census records and church registers from the late 15th century. The name was particularly prevalent in the regions of Jutland and Zealand, where it is believed to have originated.

One notable historical reference to the GYDESEN name can be found in the Danish Rigsarkivet (National Archives), which contains records of a wealthy merchant family from Ribe named GYDESEN. These records date back to the 16th century and provide insight into the family's business dealings and social status.

In the 17th century, a prominent figure with the surname GYDESEN was Hans GYDESEN (1590-1654), a Danish theologian and bishop of Viborg. He played a significant role in the Danish Reformation and was known for his sermons and writings on religious matters.

Another notable GYDESEN was Niels GYDESEN (1701-1778), a Danish painter and etcher who is best known for his landscapes and genre scenes. His works can be found in various museums and private collections throughout Denmark.

During the 18th century, the GYDESEN surname gained recognition in the field of maritime navigation. Jens GYDESEN (1736-1811) was a Danish naval officer and cartographer who made significant contributions to the mapping of the Danish coastline and the Baltic Sea region.

In the 19th century, the GYDESEN name was associated with academia and education. Henrik GYDESEN (1821-1892) was a prominent Danish philologist and professor at the University of Copenhagen. He is renowned for his work on Old Norse literature and Norse mythology.

Another notable figure from this period was Ingrid GYDESEN (1856-1932), a Danish women's rights activist and educator. She was a pioneer in the field of women's education and played a crucial role in establishing several schools and educational institutions for girls in Denmark.

These are just a few examples of individuals with the surname GYDESEN who have left their mark on Danish history and culture throughout the centuries. The name continues to be prevalent in Denmark and serves as a reminder of the country's rich heritage and traditions.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Gydesen

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

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

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