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

Lachowitzer, 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 Lachowitzer surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Lachowitzer in America

Lachowitzer is the 118853rd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Lachowitzer surname appeared 146 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 Lachowitzer.

We can also compare 2010 data for Lachowitzer 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 Lachowitzer

The surname Lachowitzer originates from Germany, with records dating back to the 16th century. It is believed to have roots in the German word "lachen," meaning "to laugh," and the suffix "-witzer," which denotes a place of origin or occupation. This suggests that the name may have originally referred to someone who lived in a place where laughter or merriment was prevalent, or perhaps someone whose occupation involved entertaining or bringing joy to others.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Lachowitzer can be found in the town records of Nürnberg, where a certain Hans Lachowitzer was listed as a resident in 1562. Another notable mention is in the Kirchenbücher (church books) of Augsburg, which document the birth of Johann Lachowitzer in 1598.

In the 17th century, the name appears to have spread across various regions of Germany, with records showing Lachowitzers residing in cities such as Leipzig, Frankfurt, and Munich. During this period, variations in spelling emerged, including Lachowitz, Lachowitser, and Lachovitzer.

One of the most prominent figures bearing this surname was Friedrich Lachowitzer (1738-1819), a German philosopher and educator who served as the rector of the prestigious Thomasschule in Leipzig. His works on ethics and moral philosophy were widely read and influential during the Enlightenment era.

Another notable individual was Johanna Lachowitzer (1798-1878), a renowned soprano who performed in operas across Europe. Her exceptional vocal talents earned her acclaim in cities like Vienna, Berlin, and Paris, and she was celebrated as one of the finest sopranos of her time.

In the 19th century, the Lachowitzer name gained prominence in the world of science and exploration. Karl Lachowitzer (1811-1892) was a German naturalist and explorer who traveled extensively in South America, making significant contributions to the study of flora and fauna in the Amazon region.

Moving into the 20th century, Hans Lachowitzer (1901-1978) was a respected German architect who played a crucial role in the reconstruction efforts after World War II. His innovative designs and commitment to preserving historical elements in his work earned him widespread recognition and numerous awards.

While the surname Lachowitzer is not among the most common in Germany today, it has a rich history spanning several centuries and has been associated with accomplished individuals in various fields, from education and the arts to science and architecture.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Lachowitzer

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

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

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