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

Sieh, 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 Sieh surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Sieh in America

Sieh is the 36525th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Sieh surname appeared 612 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 Sieh.

We can also compare 2010 data for Sieh 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 Sieh

The surname "Sieh" is of German origin, and it is believed to have emerged in the early 16th century. The name is thought to be derived from the Middle High German word "sihen," which means "to see" or "to perceive." It is likely that the surname was initially given as a descriptive name to someone with particularly keen eyesight or observational skills.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name "Sieh" can be found in the town records of Nuremberg, Germany, dating back to the late 1500s. These records mention a family named Sieh residing in the city during that period. It is possible that the name originated in or around the Nuremberg region before spreading to other parts of Germany.

In the 17th century, the name "Sieh" appeared in various documents and records across southern Germany, particularly in the regions of Bavaria and Baden-Württemberg. The spelling variations during this time included "Sieh," "Sieher," and "Siher," reflecting the regional dialects and orthographic conventions of the time.

One notable individual bearing the surname "Sieh" was Johann Sieh, a prominent Lutheran theologian and scholar who lived from 1592 to 1667. He served as a professor of theology at the University of Heidelberg and authored several influential works on Christian doctrine and biblical exegesis.

Another historical figure with the surname "Sieh" was Christoph Sieh, a German artist and engraver who lived between 1670 and 1738. He was known for his intricate engravings and etchings, many of which depicted religious and mythological scenes. Some of his works can be found in museums and collections across Europe.

In the 19th century, the name "Sieh" gained further recognition with the birth of August Sieh (1820-1892), a German architect and engineer. He was responsible for the design and construction of several notable buildings in Berlin, including the Reichsbank and the Berlin Stock Exchange.

Another individual of note was Theodor Sieh (1842-1923), a German industrialist and entrepreneur. He founded the Sieh & Co. manufacturing company, which produced precision tools and machinery. The company played a significant role in the industrialization of Germany during the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

Lastly, Anna Sieh (1867-1944) was a German-born American writer and journalist. She immigrated to the United States in the late 19th century and became known for her works depicting the experiences of German immigrants in America. Her novels and articles provided valuable insights into the cultural assimilation and challenges faced by German communities in the early 20th century.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Sieh

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

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

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