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

Nedrow, 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 Nedrow surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Nedrow in America

Nedrow is the 31754th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Nedrow surname appeared 727 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 Nedrow.

We can also compare 2010 data for Nedrow 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 Nedrow

The surname Nedrow is believed to have originated in Germany, specifically in the region of Rhineland-Palatinate. It is thought to be derived from the German word "Nieder," meaning "lower" or "down," combined with the suffix "-ow," indicating a place of origin. This suggests that the name may have been associated with individuals who lived in a lower or valley area.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Nedrow can be found in the Rhineland-Palatinate region during the 16th century. In 1572, a document from the town of Worms mentions a certain Johannes Nedrow, who was likely a resident of the area. Additionally, the name appears in several church records from the 17th and 18th centuries in the neighboring towns of Mainz and Speyer.

Nedrow is also closely related to the German surname Niederau, which has a similar meaning and origin. It is possible that the two names share a common ancestral root, with Niedrow being a variation of Niederau that emerged over time. This connection highlights the fluid nature of surname spellings in the past, as they were often adapted based on local dialects and pronunciations.

Throughout history, there have been a few notable individuals who carried the surname Nedrow. One such figure was Johann Nedrow (1729-1795), a prominent merchant and landowner in the town of Kaiserslautern. His business dealings and property holdings were well-documented in local records, providing insight into the lifestyle and status of the Nedrow family during that era.

Another individual of note was Maria Nedrow (1801-1871), who was a renowned herbalist and midwife in the village of Neustadt an der Weinstraße. Her knowledge of traditional remedies and healing practices was highly regarded, and she passed down her wisdom to subsequent generations.

In the 19th century, a certain Friedrich Nedrow (1825-1892) gained recognition as a talented sculptor and woodcarver. His intricate works adorned churches and public buildings throughout the Rhineland-Palatinate region, showcasing the artistic talents that ran in the Nedrow family.

Wilhelm Nedrow (1860-1932) was a respected educator and author who wrote several textbooks on mathematics and science. His contributions to the field of education were acknowledged during his lifetime, and his works were widely used in schools across Germany.

It is worth noting that while the surname Nedrow originated in Germany, it has since spread to other parts of the world, primarily due to immigration and migration patterns. However, the rich history and heritage associated with this name can be traced back to its German roots in the Rhineland-Palatinate region.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Nedrow

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

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

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