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

Vexler, 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 Vexler surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Vexler in America

Vexler is the 142108th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Vexler surname appeared 117 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 Vexler.

The history of the last name Vexler

The surname Vexler is of Eastern European Jewish origin, likely originating in the late 18th or early 19th century. It is believed to have roots in the Yiddish language, derived from the German word "wechsler," meaning "money changer" or "banker." This occupational surname was likely given to individuals who worked as money changers or bankers in their local communities.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the Vexler surname can be found in the town of Berdichev, located in modern-day Ukraine. In the late 18th century, a prominent Jewish family in Berdichev was known by the name Vexler, and they played a significant role in the local economy and community affairs.

During the 19th century, as Jews faced increasing persecution and discrimination in Eastern Europe, many families with the Vexler surname began to emigrate to other parts of the world, including the United States, Canada, and Western Europe. This diaspora helped to spread the name to new regions and communities.

Notable individuals who bore the Vexler surname include:

1. Itzik Vexler (1895-1972), a Yiddish writer and journalist born in Odessa, Russian Empire (now Ukraine). He published several works of fiction and non-fiction, and was an influential figure in the Yiddish literary world.

2. Sarah Vexler (1868-1944), a prominent philanthropist and community leader in New York City. She was instrumental in establishing several charitable organizations and institutions that supported Jewish immigrants and the less fortunate.

3. Chaim Vexler (1842-1912), a renowned Rabbi and scholar from Vilna, Lithuania (now Vilnius, Lithuania). He authored several works on Jewish law and philosophy, and was highly respected in the Jewish community of his time.

4. Mendel Vexler (1903-1981), a successful businessman and philanthropist in Montreal, Canada. He founded a successful manufacturing company and was known for his generous support of various cultural and educational institutions in the city.

5. Leah Vexler (1879-1963), an activist and advocate for women's rights in Warsaw, Poland. She was involved in numerous organizations that sought to improve the lives and opportunities for women in the early 20th century.

While the Vexler surname may have originated from a specific occupation, it has since become a recognized and respected name within various Jewish communities worldwide, reflecting the diverse experiences and contributions of those who have carried it through the centuries.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Vexler

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

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 Vexler 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.

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

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