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

Utz, 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 Utz surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Utz in America

Utz is the 10536th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Utz surname appeared 3,044 times in the 2010 census and if you were to sample 100,000 people in the United States, approximately 1 people would have the surname Utz.

We can also compare 2010 data for Utz 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 Utz

The surname Utz originates from the German-speaking regions of central Europe, particularly in areas that are now part of Germany and Switzerland. It is believed to have emerged during the medieval period, around the 12th or 13th century.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the surname Utz can be found in the Codex Diplomaticus Salemitanus, a collection of medieval documents from the Benedictine monastery of Salem in southern Germany. This manuscript, dating back to the early 13th century, mentions individuals with the surname Utz, suggesting its widespread use in the region at the time.

The name Utz is thought to be derived from the Old High German word "utz," which means "outside" or "exterior." This could indicate that the original bearers of the name resided or worked on the outskirts of a town or village. Alternatively, some historians propose that the name may have originated from a personal name or a nickname based on the individual's physical appearance or occupation.

In the 14th century, records from the town of Nuremberg, located in the German state of Bavaria, include references to various Utz families. One notable individual from this period was Johann Utz, a merchant and councilman who lived in Nuremberg during the late 1300s.

During the Renaissance period, the Utz surname gained further prominence. In the 16th century, Hans Utz, a renowned painter from Nuremberg, gained recognition for his religious and portrait works. His artistic contributions helped establish the Utz name in the cultural sphere of the time.

Moving into the 17th century, the Utz surname spread beyond the German-speaking regions. Jakob Utz, born in 1592 in Strasbourg (now part of France), was a prominent Jesuit scholar and theologian who authored several influential works on religious philosophy.

In the 18th century, the Utz name appeared in various parts of Europe, including Switzerland. Johann Jakob Utz, born in 1718 in Zürich, was a respected clockmaker and inventor, known for his innovative timepiece designs and contributions to the Swiss watchmaking industry.

As the centuries progressed, individuals with the surname Utz continued to make their mark in various fields. In the 19th century, Karl Utz, born in 1838 in Bavaria, was a notable German composer and music teacher who composed several operas and orchestral works.

Throughout its history, the surname Utz has maintained a strong presence in the German-speaking regions, although it has also spread to other parts of the world due to migration and cultural exchange. While the name's exact origins remain somewhat uncertain, its longevity and historical significance are undeniable.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Utz

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

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

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