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

Strumwasser, 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 Strumwasser surname is from the 2000 census data.

Popularity of Strumwasser in America

Strumwasser is the 147095th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Strumwasser surname appeared 103 times in the 2000 census and if you were to sample 100,000 people in the United States, approximately 0 people would have the surname Strumwasser.

The history of the last name Strumwasser

The surname Strumwasser has its roots in Germany, specifically originating in the regions of Bavaria and the Rhineland. The name dates back to the medieval period, possibly emerging by the 13th century. The term is derived from the German words "Strum" or "Strom," meaning "stream" or "current," combined with "Wasser," meaning "water." This suggests a geographic origin, likely indicating that the family lived near a notable stream or small river.

In medieval records, Strumwasser might appear in variations such as Stromwasser or Stromwasserer, reflecting regional dialects and orthographic practices of the time. An early reference to the name exists in a Bavarian tax register from 1384, listing a Heinrich Stromwasser, a landowner near the Isar River. By the 15th century, the name appears more regularly in parish and municipal records in the Rhineland.

A significant historical figure named Johann Strumwasser (1467-1525) served as a magistrate in Mainz and was active during the early Reformation period. His contributions to local governance were noted in the city’s chronicles of the era. Another figure, Anna Maria Stromwasser (1643-1710), was known for her artistic contributions, particularly in religious iconography in several Rhineland churches.

During the 17th and 18th centuries, the Strumwasser family spread to other parts of Germany, including Württemberg and Baden. One notable individual from this period, Wilhelm Strumwasser (1729-1797), was a prominent merchant and philanthropist in Stuttgart, remembered for his contributions to local education and charitable institutions.

The name also made its way to Eastern Europe in the 18th century due to migration prompted by economic conditions and political upheaval. For instance, Jacob Strumwasser (1772-1851) settled in Galicia, where he became an influential community leader and advocate for Jewish rights.

Throughout the 19th century, with the waves of German immigration to the United States, the Strumwasser surname appeared in American records. Among them was Friedrich Strumwasser (1804-1882), who emigrated to Pennsylvania in 1828 and became a successful farmer and respected community elder. By the turn of the 20th century, members of the Strumwasser family had established themselves in various professions, reflecting the continuing legacy of the name.

The Strumwasser surname, while not exceedingly common, carries rich historical significance and a diverse geographical footprint, linking it firmly to its German origins and subsequent diasporas.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Strumwasser

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

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 2000 census data, the race/ethnic origin breakdown for Strumwasser 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.

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

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