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

Oeding, 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 Oeding surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Oeding in America

Oeding is the 73911th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Oeding surname appeared 262 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 Oeding.

We can also compare 2010 data for Oeding 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 Oeding

The surname OEDING has its origins in Germany, dating back to the 16th century. It is believed to have originated in the northern regions of the country, particularly in areas around Hanover and Lower Saxony. The name is thought to be derived from the Old German word "ode," meaning "wasteland" or "uncultivated land," suggesting that the surname may have been initially given to someone who lived or worked on such lands.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the surname OEDING can be found in the parish records of Hanover from the late 1500s. These records document the births, marriages, and deaths of individuals bearing this name in the region. Additionally, there are references to OEDING in historical documents from the nearby town of Celle, dated back to the early 17th century.

In the late 17th century, a notable figure named Johann OEDING (1637-1698) was a prominent Lutheran theologian and author from Saxony. He wrote several influential works on theology and religious philosophy, contributing significantly to the intellectual discourse of his time.

During the 18th century, the OEDING surname began to spread across Germany and into neighboring regions. One noteworthy individual was Friedrich OEDING (1722-1798), a German merchant and landowner from Mecklenburg. Historical records indicate that he owned substantial properties and was involved in the trade of agricultural goods.

As the 19th century dawned, the OEDING name continued to be found in various parts of Germany. One significant figure was Karl OEDING (1819-1886), a renowned architect from Berlin. He was responsible for designing numerous iconic buildings in the city, including several churches and residential structures that still stand today.

Another individual of note was Sophie OEDING (1848-1923), a pioneering educator and advocate for women's rights. Born in Saxony, she dedicated her life to improving educational opportunities for young girls and promoting gender equality in a time when such ideas were often met with resistance.

Throughout the centuries, the OEDING surname has been associated with various professions, from academics and clergy to merchants and artisans. While the name may have originated from humble beginnings, it has since been carried by individuals who have made significant contributions to their respective fields and communities.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Oeding

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

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

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