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

Lobaugh, 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 Lobaugh surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Lobaugh in America

Lobaugh is the 28587th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Lobaugh surname appeared 834 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 Lobaugh.

We can also compare 2010 data for Lobaugh 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 Lobaugh

The surname Lobaugh is believed to have originated in Germany, specifically in the region of Saxony, during the medieval period. It is likely derived from the old Germanic word "lobo," which means "praise" or "glory." This suggests that the name may have been initially bestowed upon someone who was highly praised or held in esteem within their community.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Lobaugh can be traced back to the 13th century, where it appeared in a manuscript documenting the inhabitants of a small village near the city of Leipzig. The name was spelled "Lobough" at the time, reflecting the linguistic evolution and regional variations in pronunciation.

In the 15th century, a notable figure named Johann Lobaugh (1428-1496) was mentioned in the records of the city of Dresden, where he held a respected position as a skilled artisan and craftsman. His legacy and contributions to the local economy were documented in several historical texts from that era.

During the 17th century, the Lobaugh family gained prominence in the region of Thuringia, with several members holding influential roles in the local government and trade guilds. One such individual, Hans Lobaugh (1612-1679), was a prominent merchant and landowner whose name appeared in various land deeds and legal documents of the time.

As the centuries progressed, the Lobaugh surname spread across various regions of Germany and beyond, with some members emigrating to other parts of Europe and eventually to the Americas. In the 19th century, a well-known writer and poet named Wilhelm Lobaugh (1820-1887) gained recognition for his literary works, which captured the essence of German culture and traditions.

Another notable figure was Elise Lobaugh (1867-1942), a pioneering educator and advocate for women's rights. She founded several schools in the region of Bavaria and played a significant role in promoting equal educational opportunities for girls during a time when such efforts were met with resistance.

Throughout its history, the Lobaugh surname has been associated with various professions, from skilled artisans and merchants to educators, writers, and community leaders. While the specific origins and meanings may have evolved over time, the name has maintained a connection to its Germanic roots and has left an indelible mark on the cultural fabric of the regions where it has been present.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Lobaugh

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

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

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