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

Irrgang, 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 Irrgang surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Irrgang in America

Irrgang is the 76029th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Irrgang surname appeared 253 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 Irrgang.

We can also compare 2010 data for Irrgang 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 Irrgang

The surname Irrgang is believed to have originated in Germany, with its roots dating back to the Middle Ages. The name is derived from the Old German words "irren," meaning "to wander," and "gang," meaning "a way or path." This suggests that the name was likely given to someone who lived a nomadic lifestyle or traveled frequently.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Irrgang can be found in the Bavarian town of Garmisch-Partenkirchen, where a family bearing the surname was mentioned in local records from the 14th century. These early records often featured variations in spelling, such as "Irrgengh" or "Irrgenk," reflecting the fluidity of surnames during that period.

In the 16th century, a notable figure named Hans Irrgang (1525-1598) gained recognition as a skilled woodcarver and sculptor in the region of Saxony. His intricate works adorned churches and noble residences throughout the area, and his legacy contributed to the growing prominence of the Irrgang name.

As the centuries progressed, the Irrgang surname spread across various German states and regions. One notable individual was Johann Irrgang (1678-1742), a renowned clockmaker from the town of Braunschweig. His expertly crafted timepieces were highly sought after by wealthy patrons and influenced the development of precision clockmaking in the region.

In the 19th century, the Irrgang name gained further recognition with the work of Wilhelm Irrgang (1801-1879), a prominent German botanist and naturalist. He made significant contributions to the study of plant life and published several influential works on the subject, including "Flora von Thüringen" (Flora of Thuringia).

Another notable figure was Sophie Irrgang (1851-1917), a German author and activist who championed women's rights and education. Her literary works and advocacy efforts played a vital role in raising awareness about gender equality during her time.

While the Irrgang surname originated in Germany, its bearers have since spread across various parts of the world, carrying with them the rich history and traditions associated with this distinctive name.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Irrgang

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

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

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