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

Kronfeld, 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 Kronfeld surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Kronfeld in America

Kronfeld is the 79598th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Kronfeld surname appeared 239 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 Kronfeld.

We can also compare 2010 data for Kronfeld 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 Kronfeld

The surname Kronfeld is of German origin, derived from the combination of the German words "Krone" meaning "crown" and "Feld" meaning "field." It is believed to have originated in the 16th or 17th century, potentially as a descriptive name for someone who lived near a field or area marked by a crown or crest.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the Kronfeld name can be found in the records of the town of Kronfeld, located in the region of Saxony-Anhalt, Germany. This town's name, which translates to "Crown Field," likely influenced the development of the surname.

In the 18th century, a notable figure bearing the Kronfeld surname was Johann Gottlieb Kronfeld (1721-1795), a German theologian and philosopher who taught at the University of Leipzig. His works included treatises on logic and metaphysics.

Another significant historical figure with the Kronfeld name was Ernst Kronfeld (1865-1942), an Austrian ophthalmologist and pioneer in the field of glaucoma research. He made groundbreaking contributions to the understanding and treatment of this eye condition.

In the realm of literature, the name Kronfeld is associated with Isidor Kronfeld (1859-1939), an Austrian writer and poet who was part of the Young Vienna literary movement. His works often explored themes of Jewish identity and the challenges faced by the Jewish community in Vienna.

Moving into the 20th century, one cannot overlook the impact of Arthur Kronfeld (1886-1941), a Czech composer and conductor who composed several operas and orchestral works. His compositions were heavily influenced by Czech folk music and the works of Bedřich Smetana.

Another notable individual with the Kronfeld surname was Gertrud Kronfeld (1892-1975), a German artist and painter who was part of the Bauhaus movement. Her works showcased a unique blend of abstract and figurative styles, reflecting the innovative spirit of the Bauhaus school.

While the Kronfeld surname originated in Germany, it has since spread to other parts of Europe and beyond, carried by individuals who migrated or through marriage and family connections. The name continues to be associated with various fields, including academia, medicine, literature, and the arts, reflecting the diverse achievements of those who have borne it throughout history.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Kronfeld

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

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

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