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

Klauk, 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 Klauk surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Klauk in America

Klauk is the 130610th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Klauk surname appeared 130 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 Klauk.

We can also compare 2010 data for Klauk 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 Klauk

The surname Klauk originates from Germany and dates back to the 16th century. It is believed to have derived from the Old German word "klouc," meaning "wise" or "clever." The name was initially found in the southern regions of Germany, particularly in Bavaria and Baden-Württemberg.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the Klauk surname appears in the historical records of the town of Rothenburg ob der Tauber, in Bavaria, dating back to the late 1500s. The name was also mentioned in various church registers and tax records from the same period in neighboring towns and villages.

During the 17th century, the Klauk family expanded their presence in the region, with several members becoming prominent landowners and merchants. In 1642, a Johann Klauk was recorded as a successful textile trader in the city of Nuremberg, known for his high-quality fabrics and business acumen.

As the family continued to grow and prosper, they established themselves in other parts of Germany. In the early 19th century, a notable figure named Wilhelm Klauk (1783-1856) emerged as a respected scholar and philosopher. He authored several influential works on ethics and metaphysics, gaining recognition throughout the German academic circles of his time.

Another significant individual bearing the Klauk name was Hildegard Klauk (1891-1972), a pioneering German architect and urban planner. She was among the first women to break into the male-dominated field of architecture in Germany and played a crucial role in the reconstruction efforts in Berlin after World War II.

Across the Atlantic, the Klauk surname also found its way to the United States, with immigrants from Germany arriving in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. One such individual was Hans Klauk (1867-1938), who settled in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, and established a successful brewing company, contributing to the city's rich beer-making tradition.

Throughout its history, the Klauk surname has been associated with various professions, including scholars, artisans, merchants, and entrepreneurs. While the name may have evolved in its spelling over time, its origins can be traced back to the heart of Germany, where it first emerged as a testament to wisdom and intellect.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Klauk

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

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

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