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

Krystal, 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 Krystal surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Krystal in America

Krystal is the 142108th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Krystal surname appeared 117 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 Krystal.

The history of the last name Krystal

The surname Krystal is believed to have originated in Germany, where it was likely derived from the German word "Kristall," meaning "crystal." This surname has been in use since at least the 16th century and was initially associated with glassmakers or those involved in the crystal trade.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the surname Krystal can be found in the town records of Augsburg, Germany, dating back to the late 1500s. These records mention a glassmaker named Hans Krystal who was a respected member of the local guild.

In the 17th century, the name Krystal began to spread beyond Germany's borders as families emigrated to other parts of Europe and eventually to the Americas. Some variations of the name included Krystall, Cristal, and Cristall.

A notable early bearer of the surname was Johann Krystal, a German mathematician and astronomer born in 1635. He made significant contributions to the study of optics and wrote several influential works on the subject.

During the 18th century, the Krystal surname could be found in various regions of Germany, as well as in parts of Austria and Switzerland. One of the most prominent individuals with this name was Franz Krystal, a renowned glassblower from Bavaria who was known for his intricate and beautifully crafted works of art.

As the 19th century dawned, the Krystal surname continued to spread across Europe and beyond. One noteworthy individual was Wilhelm Krystal, a German philosopher and educator born in 1828. He wrote extensively on the subjects of ethics and pedagogy, and his works were widely influential in his time.

Another important figure was the Austrian chemist Friedrich Krystal, born in 1857. He made significant contributions to the field of crystallography and is credited with developing several techniques for studying the structure and properties of crystals.

In the early 20th century, the Krystal name gained further recognition with the success of the German-American entrepreneur Carl Krystal. Born in 1888, he founded the popular Krystal restaurant chain, which became known for its signature small square hamburgers.

While the Krystal surname has its roots in Germany and was initially associated with the glass and crystal industries, it has since become a widespread name found in many parts of the world. Its history is a testament to the diverse paths and accomplishments of those who have carried this distinctive surname over the centuries.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Krystal

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

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 Krystal 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.

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

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