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

Meixelsperger, 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 Meixelsperger surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Meixelsperger in America

Meixelsperger is the 146201st most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Meixelsperger surname appeared 113 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 Meixelsperger.

The history of the last name Meixelsperger

The surname MEIXELSPERGER is of German origin, tracing its roots back to the late 15th century. It is believed to have originated in the southern regions of Germany, particularly in Bavaria and Austria. The name is thought to be derived from the German words "Meixel," which was a diminutive form of the name Michael, and "sperger," meaning a spearman or soldier carrying a spear.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name can be found in a 16th-century manuscript from the town of Regensburg, where a certain Hans Meixelsperger is mentioned as a local tradesman. The name also appears in various church records and municipal archives from the same period, indicating its presence in various German-speaking regions.

In the 17th century, a notable figure named Johann Meixelsperger (1638-1701) gained recognition as a renowned clockmaker and inventor in the city of Augsburg. His intricate timepieces were highly sought after by the nobility and wealthy patrons of the time.

During the 18th century, the Meixelsperger family seemed to have spread across different parts of central Europe. Records show a Peter Meixelsperger (1712-1785) who was a respected blacksmith in the town of Rottenburg, while a Maria Meixelsperger (1743-1821) was a prominent midwife in the city of Vienna.

In the 19th century, the name gained further prominence with the birth of the Prussian military officer and strategist, August von Meixelsperger (1803-1878). He played a crucial role in several campaigns during the Napoleonic Wars and later served as a military advisor to the Prussian court.

Another notable figure from this era was the Austrian botanist and naturalist, Karl Meixelsperger (1821-1897), who made significant contributions to the study of alpine flora and was a respected member of the Vienna Academy of Sciences.

While the Meixelsperger surname originated in Germany, it has since spread to other parts of the world, primarily due to migration and intermarriage with other families. However, the name's rich historical roots can be traced back to its German origins, reflecting the diverse cultural influences that have shaped its evolution over the centuries.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Meixelsperger

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

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 Meixelsperger 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.

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

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