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

Lenix, 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 Lenix surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Lenix in America

Lenix is the 129047th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Lenix surname appeared 132 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 Lenix.

We can also compare 2010 data for Lenix 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 Lenix

The surname Lenix has its origins in the medieval period, originating from the German region of Bavaria. It is believed to have derived from the Old High German word "lēninc," which translates to "a serf or bondsman." This suggests that the name may have been initially associated with individuals who were bound to the land or had a peasant status.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the Lenix surname can be traced back to the 13th century, where it appeared in various medieval documents and records from the Bavarian region. Variations in spelling, such as "Leinix" and "Leynix," were common during this time due to the inconsistencies in record-keeping and the influence of local dialects.

In the 14th century, the Lenix name was found in the records of the city of Nuremberg, where a family bearing this surname was documented as landowners and merchants. This indicates that some members of the Lenix family had risen in social status and accumulated wealth through their business endeavors.

During the 16th century, a notable figure named Hans Lenix (1520-1587) emerged as a renowned goldsmith and jeweler in the city of Augsburg. His intricate creations were highly sought after by nobility and wealthy patrons throughout Europe, solidifying the Lenix name as a respected artisan family.

In the 17th century, the Lenix surname spread beyond Bavaria, with records indicating individuals bearing this name in neighboring regions such as Saxony and Franconia. One notable bearer was Johann Lenix (1642-1712), a Lutheran theologian and scholar who authored several influential works on religious doctrine.

As the centuries progressed, the Lenix surname continued to be found across various parts of Germany, as well as in neighboring countries where German immigrants settled. Prominent figures included Friedrich Lenix (1781-1856), a Prussian military officer who served during the Napoleonic Wars, and Wilhelmina Lenix (1825-1892), a renowned opera singer celebrated for her performances in major European cities.

While the Lenix surname may have originated from humble beginnings, its bearers have left their mark across various fields throughout history, from art and craftsmanship to academia and military service. The name's enduring presence serves as a testament to its resilience and adaptation over the centuries.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Lenix

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

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

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