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

Varwig, 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 Varwig surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Varwig in America

Varwig is the 83834th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Varwig surname appeared 224 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 Varwig.

We can also compare 2010 data for Varwig 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 Varwig

The surname VARWIG is believed to have originated in Germany, with records tracing its roots back to the 16th century. The name is thought to derive from the Old German word "varweger," which referred to a person who dyed or colored fabrics, particularly for clothing and textiles.

One of the earliest known references to the VARWIG name can be found in a document dating back to 1578, which mentions a Johann VARWIG, a skilled dyer in the town of Nuremberg. This document provides an insight into the occupation associated with the surname during that time period.

As the name spread throughout Germany, it underwent various spelling variations, such as FARWIG, FARWEIG, and VARWEIG. These variations were common due to the lack of standardized spelling conventions in earlier times.

In the 17th century, records show the VARWIG name appearing in several regions of Germany, including Bavaria, Saxony, and Westphalia. One notable figure from this period was Hans VARWIG (1612-1674), a renowned master weaver and textile merchant from the city of Augsburg.

The 18th century saw the VARWIG name spreading further across Europe, with families bearing this surname found in countries like Austria, Switzerland, and even as far as the Netherlands. A prominent figure from this era was Johann Friedrich VARWIG (1723-1792), a respected theologian and author from the town of Halle, Prussia.

In the 19th century, the VARWIG name found its way to other parts of the world, including North America, as German immigrants sought new opportunities abroad. One such individual was Wilhelm VARWIG (1839-1912), a successful businessman who established a thriving textile factory in Philadelphia, USA.

Another notable figure with the VARWIG surname was Heinrich VARWIG (1874-1946), a German-born artist and illustrator known for his intricate woodcut illustrations and book designs. His work was widely acclaimed in the early 20th century.

Throughout its history, the VARWIG surname has maintained a strong association with the textile and dyeing industries, reflecting its origins as a descriptive occupational name. While the name may have evolved in spelling and spread across various regions, its connection to the ancient craft of fabric dyeing remains a defining aspect of its heritage.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Varwig

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

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

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