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

Vandenburgh, 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 Vandenburgh surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Vandenburgh in America

Vandenburgh is the 29793rd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Vandenburgh surname appeared 789 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 Vandenburgh.

We can also compare 2010 data for Vandenburgh 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 Vandenburgh

The surname VANDENBURGH has its origins in the Netherlands, with the earliest recorded instances dating back to the 16th century. It is believed to be derived from the Dutch term "van den burgh," which translates to "from the town" or "from the fortified settlement." This suggests that the name was initially associated with individuals who hailed from a particular town or fortified area.

One of the earliest known bearers of this surname was Hendrick Vandenburgh, a Dutch merchant and explorer born in 1587. He was part of the Dutch East India Company's expeditions to the East Indies and is credited with establishing trade relations between the Netherlands and various regions in Southeast Asia.

In the 17th century, the VANDENBURGH name appeared in various records and documents related to the Dutch settlement of New Netherland, which encompassed parts of present-day New York, New Jersey, and Delaware. One notable figure from this period was Marten Cregier Vandenburgh, a Dutch-born landowner and farmer who settled in Flatbush, Long Island, in the 1650s.

During the colonial era in America, several individuals bearing the VANDENBURGH surname played significant roles in the development of various regions. Herman Vandenburgh, born in 1691, was a prominent landowner and politician in New York. He served as a member of the New York Provincial Assembly and was actively involved in shaping the colony's governance.

Another notable figure was Gerard Vandenburgh, born in 1715, who served as a captain in the British Army during the French and Indian War. He was recognized for his bravery and leadership in several battles, including the Battle of Fort Niagara in 1759.

In the 19th century, the VANDENBURGH name gained further prominence through individuals like Asa Vandenburgh, born in 1801. He was a successful businessman and philanthropist who made significant contributions to the development of Rochester, New York, where he lived and worked.

Throughout history, variations and alternate spellings of the VANDENBURGH surname have emerged, such as VanDenBurgh, Van Den Burgh, and VanDenburg. These variations often reflect regional differences or changes in spelling over time.

While the VANDENBURGH surname has its roots in the Netherlands, it has since spread to various parts of the world, particularly in regions with Dutch colonial influence or significant Dutch immigration. Today, individuals bearing this surname can be found across multiple continents, each with their own unique stories and connections to the name's rich history.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Vandenburgh

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

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

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