Toback
Of Jewish origin, likely referring to a maker or seller of tobacco.
According to the 2010 US Census Bureau surname tables, roughly 480 Americans carry the last name Toback. That puts it at #50,771 in the national surname ranking, appearing at a frequency of 0.14 per 100,000 people (about 1 in 714,072 residents).
This page is the full Name Census profile for the Toback 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
480
1 in 714,072
Census rank
#50,771
2010 decennial data
Per 100,000
0.1
Frequency rate
Recorded bearers
411
very rare in the US
Popularity narrative
The Census Bureau recorded 411 bearers of the surname Toback in its 2010 decennial surname file. At a rate of 0.14 per 100,000 residents, it holds the 50771st position in the national surname ranking.
Among Census respondents with the surname Toback, the largest self-reported group is White at 95.1%. The next largest groups are Hispanic (2.4%) and Asian/Pacific Islander (1.2%).
Origin
Meaning and origin of Toback
The surname TOBACK is of German origin, deriving from the Middle High German word "tubach" which translates to "pigeon house" or "dovecote." The name is believed to have emerged in the 13th century, likely referring to an occupation or place of residence associated with keeping or breeding pigeons.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the surname can be found in the "Codex Eberhardi," a 13th-century manuscript compiled by the Cistercian monks of Zwettl Abbey in Austria. Here, a certain "Chunradus Tubach" is mentioned, indicating the surname's presence in the region during that time period.
The TOBACK name also appears in various historical records from the 16th and 17th centuries, such as the tax rolls and municipal records of the German states of Bavaria and Saxony. These documents often provide valuable insights into the geographical distribution and variations in spelling of the surname, which included forms like "Taubock," "Taubacher," and "Taubeck."
One notable figure bearing the TOBACK surname was Johann Georg Toback, a German composer and organist who lived from 1671 to 1737. He served as the court organist in Darmstadt and is remembered for his contributions to the development of the organ concerto genre.
Another historical figure was Karl Toback, a 19th-century German politician and lawyer who played a significant role in the unification of Germany under Otto von Bismarck. He was born in 1824 and served as a member of the Prussian House of Representatives.
In the realm of literature, Hermann Toback, a German novelist and playwright born in 1865, gained recognition for his works exploring social themes and critiques of the bourgeoisie. His most famous novel, "Die Kämpfer" (The Fighters), was published in 1902.
The name TOBACK can also be found in historical records from other parts of Europe, such as the Netherlands and Switzerland, indicating the migration and spread of the surname across various regions over time.
One notable Dutch figure with the surname was Willem Toback, a 17th-century merchant and explorer who played a role in the establishment of the Dutch East Indies Company and the exploration of the Cape of Good Hope in South Africa.
Demographics
Ancestry and ethnicity for Toback
Among Census respondents with the surname Toback, the largest self-reported group is White at 95.1%. The next largest groups are Hispanic (2.4%) and Asian/Pacific Islander (1.2%).
The bar chart below shows how Toback 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 Toback surname at the time of the 2010 Census, not any inherent property of the name itself.
- White95.1%
- Hispanic or Latino2.4%
- Asian and Pacific Islander1.2%
Year on year
2010 vs 2010 Census
How has the Toback 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 | #50,771 | #50,771 | 0.0% |
| Count | 411 | 411 | 0.0% |
| Per 100K | 0.14 | 0.14 | 0.0% |
Between the 2010 and 2010 Census, the number of Toback bearers went from 411 to 411 (+0.0% change). The surname held its position in the national ranking, going from #50,771 to #50,771.
Notable bearers
Famous people with the surname Toback
FAQ
Toback surname: questions and answers
How common is the last name Toback?
The surname Toback holds position #50,771 in the US Census Bureau's surname ranking, with an estimated 480 living bearers. It occurs at a rate of 0.14 per 100,000 Americans.
What is the ethnic background of the Toback surname?
Among Census respondents with the surname Toback, the largest self-reported group is White at 95.1%. The next largest groups are Hispanic (2.4%) and Asian/Pacific Islander (1.2%). 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.