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

Kleinke, 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 Kleinke surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Kleinke in America

Kleinke is the 62531st most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Kleinke surname appeared 320 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 Kleinke.

We can also compare 2010 data for Kleinke 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 Kleinke

The surname Kleinke is of German origin, with its roots tracing back to the Middle Ages. It is believed to have originated in the northern regions of Germany, particularly in the areas around Saxony and Schleswig-Holstein.

The name Kleinke is derived from the German word "klein," which means "small" or "little." It was likely initially used as a descriptive surname, referring to a person's physical stature or perhaps denoting their status or position within a community. In some cases, it may have also been associated with a particular place name that included the word "klein."

One of the earliest known references to the name Kleinke can be found in the records of the town of Lübeck, located in northern Germany, dating back to the 14th century. The name appears in various spellings, such as Kleynke, Kleincke, and Kleinchen, reflecting the regional variations in pronunciation and spelling conventions of the time.

Notably, the Kleinke surname gained prominence in the 16th century with the emergence of Johann Kleinke (1532-1597), a renowned German mathematician and astronomer. Born in the town of Gröningen, Kleinke made significant contributions to the fields of navigation and cartography, publishing several influential works during his lifetime.

Another notable figure was Hans Kleinke (1587-1653), a German painter and engraver who specialized in portraiture and religious subjects. His works adorned the walls of many churches and noble households throughout Germany and the neighboring regions.

In the 18th century, the name Kleinke was also associated with Johann Peter Kleinke (1712-1783), a German theologian and philosopher. Born in the city of Hildesheim, Kleinke's writings explored the intersections of religion, ethics, and social philosophy, earning him recognition as a prominent thinker of his time.

The 19th century saw the rise of Friedrich Kleinke (1825-1901), a German architect whose designs left an indelible mark on the architectural landscape of several German cities. His most notable works include the Neues Rathaus (New Town Hall) in Leipzig and the Bürgermeister-Müller-Schule (Mayor Müller School) in Hannover.

As the Kleinke family spread across Germany and beyond, the surname continued to be carried by individuals from various walks of life, including artists, scholars, and professionals. While the name may have evolved in its spelling and pronunciation over the centuries, its German origins and historical significance remain a testament to its enduring legacy.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Kleinke

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

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

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