Strasberg
A place name referring to someone from Strasberg, Germany.
According to the 2010 US Census Bureau surname tables, roughly 171 Americans carry the last name Strasberg. That puts it at #127,494 in the national surname ranking, appearing at a frequency of 0.05 per 100,000 people (about 1 in 2,004,411 residents).
This page is the full Name Census profile for the Strasberg 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
171
1 in 2,004,411
Census rank
#127,494
2010 decennial data
Per 100,000
0.1
Frequency rate
Recorded bearers
134
very rare in the US
Popularity narrative
The Census Bureau recorded 134 bearers of the surname Strasberg in its 2010 decennial surname file. At a rate of 0.05 per 100,000 residents, it holds the 127494th position in the national surname ranking.
Among Census respondents with the surname Strasberg, the largest self-reported group is White at 91.8%. The next largest groups are Hispanic (7.5%).
Origin
Meaning and origin of Strasberg
The surname Strasberg has its origins in Germany, dating back to the 16th century. It is believed to be derived from the German word "Strasse," meaning "street," suggesting that the name may have been given to someone who lived near a prominent street or road.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Strasberg can be found in the town of Augsburg, Germany, where a family with this surname was documented in the 16th century. It is possible that the name initially referred to a place name or location, as was common practice during that time period.
In the 17th century, the Strasberg name appeared in various records across Germany, including church registers and legal documents. This indicates that the name had become more widespread and established within the region.
One notable individual with the surname Strasberg was Johann Strasberg, a German composer and organist who lived from 1675 to 1737. He is known for his contributions to the development of baroque music in Germany.
During the 18th and 19th centuries, as immigration to the United States increased, the Strasberg name began to appear in American records. One of the earliest known individuals with this surname in the United States was Jacob Strasberg, who was born in Germany in 1790 and immigrated to Pennsylvania in the early 1800s.
In the 20th century, the Strasberg name gained prominence through the work of Lee Strasberg, a renowned American actor, director, and acting teacher. Born in 1901 in Austria-Hungary, Strasberg was a key figure in the development of method acting and the co-founder of the Actors Studio in New York City.
Other notable individuals with the surname Strasberg include Susan Strasberg, an American actress and daughter of Lee Strasberg, who was born in 1938 and had a successful career in film and television. Additionally, John Strasberg, born in 1965, is an American actor and the son of Susan Strasberg, continuing the family's legacy in the performing arts.
While the Strasberg name has its roots in Germany, it has since spread across various countries and cultures, with individuals bearing this surname making significant contributions in various fields, particularly in the arts and entertainment industry.
Demographics
Ancestry and ethnicity for Strasberg
Among Census respondents with the surname Strasberg, the largest self-reported group is White at 91.8%. The next largest groups are Hispanic (7.5%).
The bar chart below shows how Strasberg 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 Strasberg surname at the time of the 2010 Census, not any inherent property of the name itself.
- White91.8%
- Hispanic or Latino7.5%
Year on year
2010 vs 2010 Census
How has the Strasberg 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 | #127,494 | #127,494 | 0.0% |
| Count | 134 | 134 | 0.0% |
| Per 100K | 0.05 | 0.05 | 0.0% |
Between the 2010 and 2010 Census, the number of Strasberg bearers went from 134 to 134 (+0.0% change). The surname held its position in the national ranking, going from #127,494 to #127,494.
Notable bearers
Famous people with the surname Strasberg
FAQ
Strasberg surname: questions and answers
How common is the last name Strasberg?
The surname Strasberg holds position #127,494 in the US Census Bureau's surname ranking, with an estimated 171 living bearers. It occurs at a rate of 0.05 per 100,000 Americans.
What is the ethnic background of the Strasberg surname?
Among Census respondents with the surname Strasberg, the largest self-reported group is White at 91.8%. The next largest groups are Hispanic (7.5%). 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.