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

Reidle, 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 Reidle surname is from the 2000 census data.

Popularity of Reidle in America

Reidle is the 132259th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Reidle surname appeared 118 times in the 2000 census and if you were to sample 100,000 people in the United States, approximately 0 people would have the surname Reidle.

The history of the last name Reidle

The surname Reidle has its roots in German-speaking regions of Europe. It is believed to have originated primarily in Germany, with some evidence suggesting early occurrences in Austria and Switzerland as well. The time period most commonly associated with the earliest documented instances of the name Reidle extends back to the late Middle Ages, around the 14th and 15th centuries.

Reidle is likely derived from the Middle High German words "reit" or "reide," which can denote clearing land or a reed, similar to the English word reed. The suffix "le" may be a diminutive or possessive, indicating "one who works with reeds" or "little reed." Various spellings of the name have been recorded over time, including Reidl, Reidel, and Reidlein, reflecting regional dialects and orthographic practices.

Historical records and manuscripts occasionally listed the surname in tax registers and guild membership rolls. One of the earliest known references to the surname Reidle appears in a 1443 tax register from Württemberg, Germany. Another significant mention arises in the form of a legal document dating back to 1487, documenting a land transaction involving a Hans Reidel in Salzburg.

One notable individual from history is Johann Reidle, born in 1562 in Bavaria, who was recognized for his contributions to local governance in his village. Another is Elisabeth Reidel, born in 1623, who was noted in church records from Trier for her charitable works and contributions to the local community. In the late 17th century, a Martin Reidle, born in 1675, was recorded as a master craftsman in the town of Ulm, known for his expertise in metalworking.

The surname traversed beyond its Germanic roots during the period of mass European emigration in the 18th and 19th centuries. One such emigrant was Wilhelm Reidle, born in 1791, who moved to the United States in 1820, settling in Pennsylvania and quickly integrating into the local German-American community.

Another notable figure is Karl Reidle, born in 1836 in Austria, who gained recognition as an early industrialist in the textile industry. Karl's innovations in machine efficiency contributed to industrial advancements in Vienna during the late 19th century and were well-documented in industrial trade publications of the time.

As time progressed, descendants and variations of the surname Reidle spread further, integrating into the tapestry of various cultures while retaining connections to their German origins. This surname's rich history reflects both specific regional identities and broader trends in European migration and cultural integration.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Reidle

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

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 2000 census data, the race/ethnic origin breakdown for Reidle 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 Reidle was researched and written by our team of onomatology and genealogy experts.

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