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

Nachbar, 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 Nachbar surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Nachbar in America

Nachbar is the 61899th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Nachbar surname appeared 324 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 Nachbar.

We can also compare 2010 data for Nachbar 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 Nachbar

The surname Nachbar originates from Germany, with its roots traced back to the Middle Ages. The name is derived from the German word "nachbar," which means "neighbor." It was likely given as a descriptive surname to someone who lived near or next door to a prominent individual or landmark.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the Nachbar surname can be found in the Codex Diplomaticus Anhaltinus, a collection of historical documents from the region of Anhalt, Germany, dating back to the 12th century. The name appears in various forms, such as "Nachgebur" and "Nachbauer," reflecting the regional dialects and spelling variations of the time.

In the 14th century, a record from the city of Nuremberg mentions a merchant named Hans Nachbar, who was involved in the local trade guilds. This suggests that the Nachbar family had established itself as a respected and influential presence in the city's mercantile community.

During the Renaissance period, the Nachbar surname gained further prominence with the emergence of notable figures. Johann Nachbar (1530-1602), a German theologian and reformer, played a significant role in the Protestant Reformation. His writings and sermons were influential in shaping religious thought and discourse in the region.

Another notable individual was Katharina Nachbar (1572-1645), a German midwife who practiced in the city of Wittenberg. Her expertise and dedication to her profession earned her a reputation as a skilled practitioner, and she is mentioned in several historical records from the time.

In the 18th century, the Nachbar family continued to make their mark. Johann Friedrich Nachbar (1723-1791) was a German composer and organist who worked in various churches and courts. His compositions, particularly his organ works, were highly regarded and contributed to the development of German baroque music.

The Nachbar surname also found its way into literature, with the author Friedrich Nachbar (1805-1872) gaining recognition for his novels and short stories. His works often explored themes of rural life and the struggles of the working class, reflecting the social and economic changes of the time.

Throughout its history, the Nachbar surname has been associated with various trades and professions, from merchants and artisans to scholars and artists. Its enduring presence in Germany has made it a notable part of the country's cultural and historical tapestry.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Nachbar

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

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

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