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

Vanert, 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 Vanert surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Vanert in America

Vanert is the 52383rd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Vanert surname appeared 396 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 Vanert.

We can also compare 2010 data for Vanert 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 Vanert

The surname VANERT originates from the Netherlands, with the earliest recorded instances dating back to the late 16th century. It is believed to have derived from the Dutch word "van" meaning "from" and the place name "Ert," which was a small village located in the province of Gelderland.

In 1598, the name VANERT appeared in a registry of births and baptisms in the town of Arnhem, which is situated near the former village of Ert. This early record suggests that the surname may have evolved as a locational name, indicating an individual's place of origin or residence.

During the 17th century, several VANERT families migrated from the Netherlands to other parts of Europe and the Americas, seeking economic opportunities and religious freedom. One notable figure was Pieter VANERT (1623-1687), a merchant from Amsterdam who established a successful trading business in the Dutch colony of Nieuw Amsterdam, which later became New York City.

In the late 18th century, a branch of the VANERT family settled in the German states, where the surname underwent slight variations in spelling, such as "Vanert" and "Vannert." Johann VANERT (1756-1832), a renowned clockmaker from Saxony, gained recognition for his intricate and precise timepieces, which were highly sought after by the nobility.

The 19th century saw the proliferation of the VANERT name across various regions. Notable individuals include Hendrick VANERT (1812-1887), a Dutch painter known for his landscapes and seascapes, and Elise VANERT (1835-1912), a German author and women's rights activist who advocated for equal educational opportunities for girls.

In the United States, the VANERT surname can be traced back to the early 19th century, with many immigrants arriving from the Netherlands and Germany. One of the earliest recorded individuals was Jacob VANERT (1789-1867), a farmer who settled in Pennsylvania and played a role in the local community's agricultural development.

While the VANERT surname may not be among the most common in the world, it has a rich history spanning several centuries and countries, reflecting the diverse journeys and contributions of those who bore this name.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Vanert

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

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

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