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

Hiersche, 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 Hiersche surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Hiersche in America

Hiersche is the 118853rd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Hiersche surname appeared 146 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 Hiersche.

We can also compare 2010 data for Hiersche 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 Hiersche

The surname Hiersche is believed to have originated in Germany, with its earliest recorded instances dating back to the 16th century. The name is thought to be derived from the German word "Hierschen," which means "little deer," suggesting that the original bearers of this name may have been associated with hunting or forestry.

One of the earliest known references to the name Hiersche can be found in a German church record from 1568, where a man named Hans Hiersche was mentioned as a resident of a small village in the Black Forest region of southwestern Germany. This region was known for its dense forests and hunting traditions, further supporting the theory that the name was originally linked to deer or hunting activities.

As the Hiersche family spread across Germany over the centuries, variations in the spelling of the name emerged, such as Hiersch, Hiersche, and Hierschen. These variations likely arose due to regional dialects and the lack of standardized spelling conventions in earlier times.

One notable historical figure bearing the surname Hiersche was Johann Hiersche (1580-1647), a German Protestant theologian and author who wrote several influential works on religious doctrine and ethics. His writings were widely read and discussed in academic circles during the 17th century.

In the 18th century, a branch of the Hiersche family settled in the region of Saxony, where they became respected landowners and farmers. One member of this branch, Friedrich Hiersche (1712-1785), was known for his innovative agricultural techniques and was often consulted by other farmers in the area.

As the 19th century dawned, the Hiersche name began to appear in various parts of Europe, as family members migrated and settled in new regions. One such individual was Karl Hiersche (1825-1901), a German-born architect who gained recognition for his work in designing several prominent buildings in Vienna, Austria.

Another notable figure with the surname Hiersche was Anna Hiersche (1870-1945), a German painter and illustrator who was active in the early 20th century. Her works were exhibited in various galleries across Germany and received critical acclaim for their vibrant colors and unique style.

Throughout its history, the surname Hiersche has maintained a strong presence in Germany, although it has also been found in other parts of Europe and beyond, as families migrated and settled in new regions over the centuries.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Hiersche

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

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

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