Schatzberg
An Ashkenazic Jewish surname derived from German words meaning "treasure mountain".
According to the 2010 US Census Bureau surname tables, roughly 308 Americans carry the last name Schatzberg. That puts it at #70,208 in the national surname ranking, appearing at a frequency of 0.09 per 100,000 people (about 1 in 1,112,839 residents).
This page is the full Name Census profile for the Schatzberg surname. You will find the Census Bureau frequency data, an ancestry and ethnicity breakdown based on self-reported demographics, the name's meaning and origin where available, and answers to the most common questions people ask about this surname.
Bearers in the US
308
1 in 1,112,839
Census rank
#70,208
2010 decennial data
Per 100,000
0.1
Frequency rate
Recorded bearers
279
very rare in the US
Popularity narrative
The Census Bureau recorded 279 bearers of the surname Schatzberg in its 2010 decennial surname file. At a rate of 0.09 per 100,000 residents, it holds the 70208th position in the national surname ranking.
Among Census respondents with the surname Schatzberg, the largest self-reported group is White at 96.8%. The next largest groups are Hispanic (1.8%).
Origin
Meaning and origin of Schatzberg
The surname Schatzberg is of German origin, derived from the Middle High German words "schatz" meaning "treasure" and "berg" meaning "mountain" or "hill." It likely originated in the 14th or 15th century in the southern regions of Germany, possibly in Bavaria or the Black Forest areas.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name appears in a 16th-century document from the town of Rothenburg ob der Tauber, which mentions a certain Johann Schatzberg. This suggests the name may have originated as a topographic identifier, referring to a person living near a hill or mountain where valuable resources or minerals were found.
The Schatzberg name can also be traced back to the town of Schatzberg in the Bavarian region of Germany, which was first mentioned in records dating back to the 13th century. It's possible that the surname was initially adopted by residents of this town or those who migrated from the area.
Notable individuals with the surname Schatzberg include:
1. Hans Schatzberg (1823-1892), a German-born American businessman and industrialist who founded the Schatzberg Brewing Company in Philadelphia.
2. Theodor Schatzberg (1879-1957), an Austrian architect and urban planner known for his contributions to the development of modern cities in Central Europe.
3. Gertrud Schatzberg (1900-1985), a German painter and printmaker whose work was heavily influenced by the Expressionist movement.
4. Walter Schatzberg (1928-2018), an American businessman and philanthropist who founded the Schatzberg Family Foundation to support educational initiatives.
5. Eric Schatzberg (born 1963), an American historian and professor at the Georgia Institute of Technology, specializing in the history of technology and science.
While the Schatzberg name has its roots in Germany, it has since spread to other parts of Europe and the Americas through migration and diaspora. However, detailed records and historical references beyond the examples provided are limited, as the surname was likely borne by families of modest means in its early history.
Demographics
Ancestry and ethnicity for Schatzberg
Among Census respondents with the surname Schatzberg, the largest self-reported group is White at 96.8%. The next largest groups are Hispanic (1.8%).
The bar chart below shows how Schatzberg bearers described their own race and ethnicity on the 2010 Census form. The Census Bureau groups responses into six broad categories: White, Black or African American, Hispanic or Latino, Asian and Pacific Islander, American Indian and Alaska Native, and Two or More Races. When a category has too few respondents for a given surname, the Bureau suppresses the figure to protect individual privacy, which is why some names show fewer than six slices.
Keep in mind that these are self-reported numbers. A person's surname does not determine their race or ethnicity, and the distribution you see here reflects the specific population who happened to carry the Schatzberg surname at the time of the 2010 Census, not any inherent property of the name itself.
- White96.8%
- Hispanic or Latino1.8%
Year on year
2010 vs 2010 Census
How has the Schatzberg surname changed between Census years? The chart shows bearer count side by side, and the table compares rank, count, and frequency.
Census year comparison
| Metric | 2010 | 2010 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #70,208 | #70,208 | 0.0% |
| Count | 279 | 279 | 0.0% |
| Per 100K | 0.09 | 0.09 | 0.0% |
Between the 2010 and 2010 Census, the number of Schatzberg bearers went from 279 to 279 (+0.0% change). The surname held its position in the national ranking, going from #70,208 to #70,208.
Notable bearers
Famous people with the surname Schatzberg
FAQ
Schatzberg surname: questions and answers
How common is the last name Schatzberg?
The surname Schatzberg holds position #70,208 in the US Census Bureau's surname ranking, with an estimated 308 living bearers. It occurs at a rate of 0.09 per 100,000 Americans.
What is the ethnic background of the Schatzberg surname?
Among Census respondents with the surname Schatzberg, the largest self-reported group is White at 96.8%. The next largest groups are Hispanic (1.8%). These figures come from the 2010 Census Bureau surname tables, based on how respondents described their own race and ethnicity.
Where does this surname data come from?
All surname statistics on Name Census are drawn from the US Census Bureau's decennial surname frequency tables. These tables list every surname that appeared 100 or more times in the 2010 Census, along with a frequency rate and self-reported demographic breakdown. You can read the full explanation on our methodology page.