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

Sigel, 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 Sigel surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Sigel in America

Sigel is the 19997th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Sigel surname appeared 1,339 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 Sigel.

We can also compare 2010 data for Sigel 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 Sigel

The surname Sigel originates from Germany, dating back to the Middle Ages. It is believed to have derived from the Old German word "sigu," which means victory or triumph. This suggests that the name may have been given to individuals who achieved notable victories or triumphs in their lifetime.

Historically, the name Sigel can be traced back to various regions within Germany, including Bavaria, Saxony, and Thuringia. In some instances, the name was also spelled as "Sigel" or "Siegel," indicating potential variations in its etymology.

One of the earliest recorded mentions of the surname Sigel can be found in the Codex Diplomaticus Saxoniae Regiae, a collection of historical documents from the Kingdom of Saxony, dating back to the 13th century. This reference provides evidence of the name's existence during the medieval period.

In the 15th century, a notable figure named Hans Sigel (1430-1491) was a renowned German painter and engraver from Nuremberg. He was known for his intricate woodcuts and was considered a master of the German Renaissance.

During the 16th century, Franz Sigel (1524-1590) gained recognition as a German humanist and educator. He served as a professor at the University of Heidelberg and contributed significantly to the advancement of education and scholarship.

In the 17th century, Johann Sigel (1642-1708) was a prominent German composer and organist. He composed numerous sacred works and held prestigious positions as the Kapellmeister (music director) at various courts and churches in Germany.

The 19th century saw the rise of Franz Sigel (1824-1902), a German-American military officer and educator. He served in the Union Army during the American Civil War and played a significant role in several battles, including the Battle of Pea Ridge and the Battle of Wilson's Creek.

Another notable figure was Theodor Sigel (1858-1923), a German industrialist and entrepreneur. He founded the Sigel Manufacturing Company, which produced high-quality office supplies and stationery products, and contributed to the economic development of Germany during the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

Throughout history, the surname Sigel has been associated with individuals who have made significant contributions in various fields, ranging from art and music to education, military service, and entrepreneurship. While the name's origins can be traced back to Germany, it has also gained recognition in other parts of the world due to migration and cultural exchange.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Sigel

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

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

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