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

Vonarx, 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 Vonarx surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Vonarx in America

Vonarx is the 50275th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Vonarx surname appeared 416 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 Vonarx.

We can also compare 2010 data for Vonarx 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 Vonarx

The surname VONARX has its origins in Switzerland, dating back to the 16th century. It is believed to have originated from the German word "von" meaning "from" and the Swiss-German word "Arx" meaning "fortress" or "stronghold." This suggests that the name may have been originally associated with individuals who lived near or were associated with a particular fortress or fortified settlement.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name VONARX can be found in the Swiss canton of Vaud, where it appears in historical records from the late 1500s. In these records, the name is sometimes spelled as "Vonarx" or "Von Arx," indicating its Germanic roots and potential connections to specific locations or landmarks.

During the 17th and 18th centuries, the VONARX name began to appear in other parts of Switzerland, particularly in the cantons of Bern and Zurich. This migration may have been driven by economic or political factors, as well as the search for new opportunities or resources.

Notable individuals with the surname VONARX include Hans Vonarx (1582-1647), a Swiss merchant and landowner who played a significant role in the development of the textile trade in the region. Another prominent figure was Maria Vonarx (1725-1792), a renowned artist and painter known for her portraits and landscapes, which captured the beauty of the Swiss countryside.

In the 19th century, the VONARX name gained recognition through the work of Johann Vonarx (1812-1887), a Swiss architect and urban planner who designed several notable buildings and public spaces in Zurich and Bern. His contributions helped shape the architectural landscape of these cities during a period of rapid urbanization.

Another notable figure was Friedrich Vonarx (1859-1932), a Swiss politician and diplomat who served as a member of the Swiss Federal Council (the country's executive governing body) from 1911 to 1917. He played a crucial role in shaping Switzerland's foreign policy during a turbulent period in European history.

While the VONARX surname may not be as widely recognized as some other Swiss names, it holds a rich history rooted in the country's diverse cultural and linguistic heritage. The name's connection to fortresses and strongholds speaks to the resilience and strength of those who bore it throughout the centuries.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Vonarx

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

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

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