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

Krein, 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 Krein surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Krein in America

Krein is the 23881st most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Krein surname appeared 1,057 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 Krein.

We can also compare 2010 data for Krein 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 Krein

The surname KREIN is believed to have originated in Germany, with the earliest recorded instances dating back to the 16th century. It is thought to be derived from the Germanic word "krein," which translates to "crane," referring to the long-legged wading bird. This suggests that the name may have been initially given as a nickname or occupational name for someone who worked with these birds or lived near their habitats.

In the 17th and 18th centuries, variations of the spelling, such as "Krahn" and "Krein," were found in records from various regions of Germany, including Bavaria, Saxony, and Prussia. It is possible that the name originated from a specific location or village, but no definitive evidence has been uncovered to confirm this theory.

One of the earliest documented individuals bearing the name KREIN was Johann Krein, a merchant born in Nuremberg, Germany, in 1525. Records indicate that he was involved in the lucrative textile trade and was a prominent figure in the city's commercial circles during the mid-16th century.

Another notable figure was Friedrich Krein, a German artist and engraver who lived from 1629 to 1701. His intricate engravings and etchings, depicting historical scenes and landscapes, were highly sought after by collectors and art patrons of the time.

In the 19th century, the surname KREIN appeared in various genealogical records and historical documents across Europe. One such example is Carl Wilhelm Krein, a German philosopher and author born in 1808. His works on metaphysics and the nature of reality were influential during the Romantic period.

In the field of music, the name KREIN is associated with Milton Krein, an American composer and music educator who lived from 1904 to 1988. He is best known for his contributions to modern classical music and his innovative teaching methods at the University of Pennsylvania.

Finally, a more recent figure is Hans-Joachim Krein, a German businessman and entrepreneur who founded the successful technology company Krein AG in the late 20th century. He played a significant role in the development of the IT industry in Germany and was recognized for his leadership and innovative approach.

While the origins of the surname KREIN may be rooted in ancient Germanic language and culture, it has since spread across various regions and nationalities, with each bearer contributing to the rich tapestry of history and human endeavor.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Krein

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

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

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