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

Kart, 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 Kart surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Kart in America

Kart is the 103655th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Kart surname appeared 173 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 Kart.

We can also compare 2010 data for Kart 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 Kart

The surname KART originated in Germany, with its roots stretching back to the Middle Ages. The name is derived from the German word "Kart," which means "cart" or "wagon." It is believed that the surname was initially given to individuals who worked as cartmakers, wagon builders, or transporters of goods.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name KART can be traced back to the 14th century in the town of Nuremberg, where a family of cartmakers resided. Historical records from that period mention a Johannes Kart, who was a renowned wagon builder and merchant.

In the 15th century, the name KART appeared in various German chronicles and official documents, particularly in the regions of Bavaria and Saxony. During this time, the name was sometimes spelled as "Karth" or "Karthen," reflecting regional variations in pronunciation and spelling.

Notable individuals bearing the surname KART include Hans Kart (1470-1548), a prominent architect from Augsburg who designed several churches and public buildings in southern Germany. Another significant figure was Margaretha Kart (1592-1662), a renowned herbalist and healer from Nuremberg, whose works on medicinal plants were widely circulated in the 17th century.

In the 18th century, the name KART gained recognition beyond Germany. Johann Kart (1712-1778), a German-born engineer, made significant contributions to the development of canals and waterway systems in England and France.

During the 19th century, the surname KART spread to other parts of Europe and beyond as German immigrants settled in various countries. One notable figure was Carl Kart (1824-1892), a German-American inventor who patented several innovations in the field of printing technology.

Another prominent individual with the surname KART was Emilie Kart (1871-1943), a German-born sculptor and artist who gained recognition for her works in bronze and marble. Her sculptures can be found in various museums and public spaces across Europe.

As the surname KART traveled across continents, it underwent various spelling variations and adaptations, reflecting the linguistic and cultural influences of different regions. However, the name's origins and historical significance remain deeply rooted in Germany's rich heritage and the centuries-old tradition of cartmaking and transportation.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Kart

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

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

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