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

Hange, 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 Hange surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Hange in America

Hange is the 93921st most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Hange surname appeared 195 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 Hange.

We can also compare 2010 data for Hange 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 Hange

The surname HANGE is believed to have originated in Germany, with the earliest records dating back to the 16th century. It is thought to be derived from the German word "hangen," which means "to hang." This suggests that the name may have been an occupational surname for someone who worked as a hangman or executioner.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name HANGE can be found in the town of Hannover, in Lower Saxony, Germany. In the year 1567, a man named Hans HANGE was listed in the town's tax records.

The HANGE surname also appeared in various other German regions, such as Bavaria and Saxony, during the 16th and 17th centuries. It is likely that the name originated in one of these areas and then spread to other parts of the country.

In the 17th century, a man named Johann HANGE (1634-1701) was a prominent Lutheran theologian and author in Saxony. His works included several books on theology and religious philosophy.

Another notable individual with the surname HANGE was Friedrich HANGE (1782-1856), a German composer and organist who lived in Berlin during the early 19th century.

The name HANGE also appears in various historical documents and records from other European countries, including the Netherlands and Switzerland. This suggests that individuals with this surname may have emigrated from Germany to other parts of Europe over the centuries.

One example of a Dutch individual with the surname HANGE is Pieter HANGE (1612-1674), who was a painter and printmaker from Amsterdam. His works included landscapes and architectural scenes.

In the 18th century, a Swiss watchmaker named Jakob HANGE (1718-1794) became known for his intricate and precise timepieces, which were highly sought after by wealthy clients.

Overall, the surname HANGE has a rich history that can be traced back to its origins in Germany, where it was likely an occupational name for a hangman or executioner. Over time, individuals with this surname have made contributions in various fields, including theology, music, art, and watchmaking.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Hange

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

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

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