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

Jahraus, 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 Jahraus surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Jahraus in America

Jahraus is the 86314th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Jahraus surname appeared 216 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 Jahraus.

We can also compare 2010 data for Jahraus 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 Jahraus

The surname Jahraus originates from Germany, with its earliest recorded instances dating back to the 16th century. The name is believed to have derived from the German words "Jahr" meaning "year" and "Aus" meaning "out" or "from," suggesting that the name may have been given to someone who moved or was born during a significant year.

One of the earliest documented mentions of the Jahraus name can be found in the parish records of the town of Bamberg, Bavaria, in the late 1500s. These records provide valuable insights into the lives of individuals bearing this surname, including their occupations, family ties, and significant events.

During the 17th century, the Jahraus name appeared in various official documents and records across Germany, particularly in the regions of Bavaria and Saxony. One notable individual from this period was Johannes Jahraus (1612-1688), a respected scholar and theologian who authored several influential works on religious philosophy.

As the Jahraus family spread throughout different regions of Germany, the name underwent minor spelling variations, such as "Jarhaus" and "Jahrhauss." These variations were often influenced by local dialects and the preferences of record-keepers at the time.

In the 18th century, the Jahraus name gained prominence in the city of Leipzig, where Johann Christoph Jahraus (1737-1805) was a renowned musician and composer. His contributions to the city's cultural landscape earned him recognition and respect among his contemporaries.

Another notable figure was Friedrich Jahraus (1826-1892), a German politician and lawyer who served as a member of the Reichstag, the parliament of the German Empire, during the latter part of the 19th century. His political career and advocacy for social reforms left a lasting impact on the nation's legislative landscape.

As the Jahraus family continued to spread across Germany and beyond, the name became associated with various professions and accomplishments. From academics and artists to entrepreneurs and military leaders, the Jahraus surname has been carried by individuals who have made significant contributions to their respective fields throughout history.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Jahraus

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

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

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