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

Waggeh, 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 Waggeh surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Waggeh in America

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

The Waggeh 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 Waggeh.

The history of the last name Waggeh

The surname WAGGEH has its origins in the regions of modern-day Germany, specifically in the areas around Saxony-Anhalt and Lower Saxony. It is believed to have derived from the Old German word "wagga," which translates to "sway" or "rock," possibly indicating an association with occupations related to transportation or movement.

Historical records suggest that variations of the name, such as "Wagge" and "Waggere," appeared in documents dating back to the 13th and 14th centuries. One notable reference is found in the Codex Diplomaticus Saxoniae Regiae, a collection of medieval charters and documents from the region, which mentions a certain "Henricus Waggere" in the year 1294.

The earliest known bearer of the surname WAGGEH was Johannes Waggeh, born around 1420 in the town of Quedlinburg, Saxony-Anhalt. He was a respected merchant and landowner, and his family's name can be traced through various municipal records of the time.

In the 16th century, a prominent figure named Hans WAGGEH (1523-1587) gained recognition as a skilled clockmaker and inventor in the city of Nuremberg. His intricate timepieces were highly sought after by nobility and scholars across Europe.

Another notable individual was Katharina WAGGEH (1602-1677), a respected herbalist and midwife from the village of Goslar, Lower Saxony. She was widely renowned for her expertise in traditional medicine and her dedication to serving the local community.

During the 17th century, the WAGGEH family established a presence in the region of Pomerania, which was then part of the Kingdom of Prussia. One member, Johann WAGGEH (1638-1712), served as a military officer and participated in various campaigns of the Great Northern War.

In the 19th century, a renowned artist named Wilhelm WAGGEH (1821-1898) gained recognition for his landscape paintings, which captured the natural beauty of the German countryside. His works were exhibited in prestigious galleries across Europe and are now housed in several museums.

Throughout its history, the surname WAGGEH has been associated with various occupations and professions, from merchants and craftsmen to military personnel and artists, reflecting the diverse backgrounds and contributions of those who bore this name.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Waggeh

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

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

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