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

Scheiding, 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 Scheiding surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Scheiding in America

Scheiding is the 108734th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Scheiding surname appeared 163 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 Scheiding.

We can also compare 2010 data for Scheiding 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 Scheiding

The surname "SCHEIDING" is of German origin, derived from the Middle High German "scheiden," which means "to separate" or "to divide." This name likely emerged during the medieval period, referring to an occupation or a location associated with division or separation.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name dates back to the 14th century, when a "Hans Scheiding" was mentioned in a historical document from the region of Saxony. This suggests that the name may have originated in the eastern parts of Germany, where it was likely used as a descriptive surname for individuals involved in activities related to separation or division.

In the 16th century, there are records of a "Johann Scheiding" (1525-1592) who was a prominent German theologian and reformer. He played a significant role in the Protestant Reformation and was known for his work in promoting education and religious reforms.

Another notable figure bearing this surname was "Friedrich Scheiding" (1857-1923), a German architect and urban planner who was instrumental in shaping the cityscape of Berlin during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. His architectural designs and urban planning initiatives left a lasting impact on the city's development.

The name "SCHEIDING" can also be found in various place names across Germany, such as "Scheidingen" in Lower Saxony and "Scheidingsleben" in Saxony-Anhalt. These place names may have influenced the formation of the surname or vice versa, as it was common for people to adopt surnames based on their place of origin or residence.

In the 18th century, a "Georg Scheiding" (1712-1783) was a notable German composer and organist who contributed to the development of Baroque music. His compositions for organ and choir were widely performed and appreciated during his lifetime.

Another individual with the surname "SCHEIDING" who left a mark in history was "Ernst Scheiding" (1876-1945), a German politician and lawyer who served as a member of the Reichstag (the German parliament) during the Weimar Republic and the early years of the Third Reich.

While the surname "SCHEIDING" is not among the most common German surnames, it has a rich history and has been borne by individuals who have made significant contributions in various fields, including theology, architecture, music, and politics.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Scheiding

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

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

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