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

Stoler, 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 Stoler surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Stoler in America

Stoler is the 50196th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Stoler surname appeared 417 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 Stoler.

We can also compare 2010 data for Stoler 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 Stoler

The surname Stoler is believed to have originated in Germany, with the earliest known records dating back to the 16th century. It is thought to be derived from the German word "Stolz," which means "proud" or "arrogant." This suggests that the name may have been initially given as a nickname to someone who exhibited a haughty or arrogant demeanor.

In some regions of Germany, the name was also spelled as "Stohler" or "Stoller," reflecting the various regional dialects and linguistic variations that existed at the time. The name's evolution and spread across different areas of Germany can be traced through historical documents and records.

One of the earliest known references to the name Stoler can be found in the "Kirchenbücher" (church records) of the town of Ellingen, Bavaria, from the late 16th century. These records mention individuals with the surname Stoler, indicating that the name had already established a presence in that region by that time.

In the 17th century, the name Stoler appeared in various administrative and legal documents in different parts of Germany, such as tax records, land registers, and court proceedings. This suggests that the Stoler family had established itself as a prominent and influential presence in their respective communities.

One notable individual bearing the surname Stoler was Johann Georg Stoler (1650-1718), a German theologian and philosopher who served as a professor at the University of Jena. His writings and teachings on theology and ethics had a significant impact on academic circles during his lifetime.

Another individual of historical significance was Friedrich Stoler (1792-1865), a German artist and engraver known for his intricate copper engravings depicting landscapes and architectural scenes. His works were widely celebrated and can be found in various museums and private collections throughout Europe.

In the 19th century, the name Stoler continued to appear in various German records, including census data, military rolls, and emigration lists. As Germans began to emigrate to other parts of the world, the name Stoler also spread to different countries, although its prevalence varied.

One notable example is Karl Stoler (1832-1908), a German-American businessman and industrialist who established a successful manufacturing company in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. His entrepreneurial endeavors contributed significantly to the growth of the city's industrial sector in the late 19th century.

Another individual of note was Emma Stoler (1866-1944), a German-born American educator and activist who championed women's rights and social reform movements in the early 20th century. She played a prominent role in establishing educational opportunities for women and advocating for gender equality.

These are just a few examples of individuals throughout history who carried the surname Stoler, highlighting its German origins and the various contexts in which the name appeared over the centuries.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Stoler

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

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

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