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

Herringer, 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 Herringer surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Herringer in America

Herringer is the 115639th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Herringer surname appeared 151 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 Herringer.

We can also compare 2010 data for Herringer 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 Herringer

The surname HERRINGER is believed to have originated in Germany, with its earliest recorded instances dating back to the 13th century. The name is thought to be derived from the Old German word "herring," which means "army" or "warrior." This suggests that the name may have been bestowed upon individuals who were involved in military service or warfare.

One of the earliest known references to the HERRINGER name can be found in the Codex Traditionum Monasterii Mellicensis, a medieval manuscript from the 13th century that recorded property transactions and legal documents. The name is also mentioned in the Breviarium Mellicense, another important historical record from the same time period.

During the 14th century, the HERRINGER name gained prominence in the region of Swabia, located in southwestern Germany. In the town of Ulm, records indicate the presence of a family bearing the name HERRINGER. One notable figure from this era was Hans HERRINGER, a successful merchant and landowner who lived from 1350 to 1412.

As the name spread throughout Germany, variations in spelling began to emerge. Some of these included HERINGER, HERRINGHER, and HERRINGAR. These variations often reflected regional dialects and linguistic differences within the country.

In the 16th century, the HERRINGER name appeared in the records of the Free Imperial City of Nuremberg, a prominent center of trade and commerce. One notable figure from this time was Johann HERRINGER, a renowned goldsmith who lived from 1509 to 1582. His intricate metalwork and jewelry designs were highly sought after by the wealthy and noble classes.

Another prominent figure with the HERRINGER surname was Christoph HERRINGER, a Lutheran theologian and reformer who lived from 1570 to 1632. He played a significant role in the Protestant Reformation and was known for his eloquent sermons and religious writings.

During the 17th century, the HERRINGER name gained recognition in the field of academia. One notable scholar was Andreas HERRINGER, a professor of philosophy and mathematics who lived from 1625 to 1693. He taught at the University of Tübingen and made significant contributions to the study of logic and metaphysics.

The 18th century saw the emergence of Johann Wilhelm HERRINGER, a celebrated composer and organist who lived from 1730 to 1796. His compositions for the organ and other instruments were widely performed and appreciated throughout Germany and neighboring regions.

As the name continued to spread across Europe in subsequent centuries, it also found its way to other parts of the world through emigration and exploration. However, the bulk of historical records and notable figures associated with the HERRINGER surname can be traced back to its German origins and the rich tapestry of its early history.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Herringer

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

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

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