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

Hartquist, 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 Hartquist surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Hartquist in America

Hartquist is the 151532nd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Hartquist surname appeared 108 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 Hartquist.

We can also compare 2010 data for Hartquist 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 Hartquist

The surname HARTQUIST is of German origin, with roots dating back to the 16th century. It is believed to have originated in the northern regions of Germany, particularly in the areas around Hamburg and Bremen. The name is derived from the Old German words "hart," meaning "hard" or "tough," and "quist," meaning "branch" or "twig."

One of the earliest recorded instances of the surname HARTQUIST can be found in a manuscript from 1587, which mentions a certain Johann Hartquist, a local farmer from the village of Buxtehude near Hamburg. This document suggests that the name may have initially referred to a person who lived near a particularly hardy or resilient tree or grove.

In the late 17th century, records show a family of HARTQUIST settlers who emigrated from Germany to the Swedish colony of New Sweden, located in present-day Delaware and Pennsylvania. Among them was Hans Hartquist, born in 1655, who is considered one of the earliest bearers of the name in North America.

Historically, the name HARTQUIST has been associated with several notable individuals. In the 18th century, Friedrich Hartquist (1720-1789) was a renowned German philosopher and professor at the University of Leipzig. His works on ethics and moral philosophy were highly influential during the Enlightenment period.

Another prominent figure was Carl Hartquist (1812-1875), a Swedish naval officer and explorer who led several expeditions to the Arctic regions. His detailed accounts and maps of the Svalbard archipelago and the surrounding waters significantly contributed to the advancement of Arctic exploration.

In the world of arts, the name HARTQUIST is linked to the Swedish painter Carl Johan Hartquist (1868-1945), known for his vibrant landscapes and seascapes depicting the rugged beauty of the Swedish countryside.

Lastly, in the field of engineering, the Norwegian-American inventor and entrepreneur Olaf Hartquist (1879-1967) made significant contributions to the development of early refrigeration systems and helped establish the Hartquist Refrigeration Company in the United States.

While the surname HARTQUIST may not be as widespread as some other European names, its long history and association with notable individuals across various fields make it a distinctive and intriguing part of the rich tapestry of surnames from the German-speaking regions.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Hartquist

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

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

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