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

Tigler, 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 Tigler surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Tigler in America

Tigler is the 157234th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Tigler surname appeared 103 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 Tigler.

The history of the last name Tigler

The surname Tigler is of German origin, derived from the Middle High German word "tigeler," which means "tiler" or "maker of tiles." It emerged during the late medieval period, around the 13th or 14th century, when many Germans began adopting hereditary surnames based on their occupations.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Tigler can be found in the Bavarian town records from the 15th century, where a certain Hans Tigler was listed as a resident in the year 1462. This suggests that the name was already established in southern Germany by that time.

In the 16th century, the name appeared in various forms, such as Tiegler, Tygler, and Tygeler, reflecting the regional variations in spelling and pronunciation. One notable individual from this era was Johann Tigler, a Protestant reformer and theologian born in Saxony in 1521, who played a role in the spread of Lutheranism in Germany.

The Tigler surname eventually spread beyond Germany, with some bearers migrating to other parts of Europe and even to the Americas. For instance, in the 17th century, a family of Tiglers settled in the Dutch colony of New Netherland (present-day New York), where their name was recorded as Tiegler.

In the 18th century, the Tigler name gained prominence in the world of arts and literature. Johann Christoph Tigler (1730-1792) was a German composer and organist who composed several works for the church and court. Meanwhile, in England, William Tigler (1742-1804) was a renowned engraver and book illustrator known for his intricate copperplate engravings.

As the 19th century dawned, the Tigler name continued to be associated with various professions and fields. One notable figure was Karl Tigler (1810-1876), a German lawyer and politician who served as a member of the Prussian House of Representatives.

Throughout its history, the surname Tigler has been borne by individuals from diverse backgrounds and professions, reflecting the rich tapestry of German culture and its influence on the world. While the name may have originated from a humble occupation, it has since transcended its origins and become a part of the global heritage.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Tigler

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

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

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