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

Meisenhelder, 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 Meisenhelder surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Meisenhelder in America

Meisenhelder is the 84463rd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Meisenhelder surname appeared 222 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 Meisenhelder.

We can also compare 2010 data for Meisenhelder 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 Meisenhelder

The surname Meisenhelder is of German origin, with roots dating back to the medieval period. It is believed to have originated in the regions of southern Germany, specifically in the areas around Bavaria and Baden-Württemberg.

The name Meisenhelder is derived from two German words: "Meise," which means "tit" (a small songbird), and "Helder," which translates to "breeder" or "keeper." This combination suggests that the name may have initially referred to someone who bred or kept small songbirds, particularly tits, as a profession or hobby.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the Meisenhelder name can be found in the Nuremberg Chronicle, a famous illustrated world history book published in 1493. The chronicle mentions a "Hans Meisenhelder," who was a respected citizen of the city of Nuremberg during the late 15th century.

Another notable figure with the surname Meisenhelder was Johann Georg Meisenhelder, born in 1682 in the town of Freudenberg, Baden-Württemberg. Johann was a skilled woodcarver and is credited with creating intricate wooden sculptures and altarpieces for several churches in the region.

In the 18th century, a prominent Meisenhelder family lived in the village of Gräfenhausen, near the city of Heidelberg. This family was known for their expertise in viticulture and winemaking, and their vineyards were highly regarded in the region.

During the 19th century, as German immigration to the United States increased, several individuals with the Meisenhelder surname made their way to America. One such individual was Wilhelm Meisenhelder, born in 1812 in the town of Kaiserslautern, Rhineland-Palatinate. Wilhelm settled in Pennsylvania and became a successful farmer and landowner.

Another notable figure from this period was Anna Meisenhelder, born in 1847 in the village of Weikersheim, Baden-Württemberg. Anna was a skilled embroiderer and her intricate needlework pieces were highly sought after by the local nobility and affluent families.

While the Meisenhelder surname may not be as widely recognized as some other German names, it has a rich history and has been carried by individuals from various walks of life, including artisans, farmers, and tradespeople, throughout the centuries.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Meisenhelder

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

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

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