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

Lowy, 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 Lowy surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Lowy in America

Lowy is the 17283rd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Lowy surname appeared 1,638 times in the 2010 census and if you were to sample 100,000 people in the United States, approximately 1 people would have the surname Lowy.

We can also compare 2010 data for Lowy 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 Lowy

The surname Lowy has its origins in Germany and dates back to the Middle Ages. It was originally derived from the German word "loh," meaning a small wooded area or a grove. The name likely referred to someone who lived near or worked in a wooded area.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Lowy can be found in the Bavarian town records from the 14th century. The name was also mentioned in various medieval documents and manuscripts from different regions of Germany, such as the Lowy family mentioned in a land deed from the city of Nuremberg in the year 1423.

In the 16th century, the name appeared in various forms, including Loewy, Loewe, and Loewi, reflecting the regional variations in spelling and pronunciation. During this time, the Lowy family was also known for their involvement in the textile trade and commerce in several German cities.

Some notable individuals with the surname Lowy include Johann Lowy (1592-1672), a German physician and author from Nuremberg, who published several medical treatises. Another prominent figure was Gottfried Lowy (1718-1783), a prominent merchant and banker from Frankfurt, known for his philanthropic efforts and support for educational institutions.

In the 19th century, the name Lowy gained recognition through the work of Moritz Lowy (1844-1909), an Austrian philosopher and writer who made significant contributions to the fields of ethics and aesthetics. His contemporary, Carl Lowy (1859-1932), was a renowned Austrian architect known for his innovative designs and influential works in Vienna and other parts of Europe.

The name Lowy also has a strong presence in the field of science, with individuals such as Robert Lowy (1901-1972), an American chemist and inventor who made significant contributions to the development of synthetic rubber and polymers. Another notable figure was Max Lowy (1912-1998), a German-born British physicist who played a crucial role in the development of radar technology during World War II.

Throughout history, the surname Lowy has been associated with various professions and fields, reflecting the diverse backgrounds and contributions of individuals bearing this name across different regions and cultures.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Lowy

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

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

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