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

Warg, 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 Warg surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Warg in America

Warg is the 93513th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Warg surname appeared 196 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 Warg.

We can also compare 2010 data for Warg 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 Warg

The surname "WARG" is believed to have originated in Germany, with its roots tracing back to the Middle Ages. It is derived from the Old German word "warg," which translates to "wolf" or "outlaw." This name was likely given to individuals who lived on the fringes of society or had a reputation for being fierce and wild, much like wolves.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name "WARG" can be found in the Codex Diplomaticus Saxoniae, a collection of medieval documents from Saxony, dating back to the 12th century. In these records, the name appears as "Wargus," indicating its close connection to the Old German word.

During the 13th century, the name "WARG" began to appear in various regions of Germany, particularly in the areas around the Rhine and Moselle rivers. It is believed that some families with this surname may have originated from places like Wargolshausen or Wargau, which could have influenced the spelling and pronunciation of the name over time.

In the 14th century, a notable figure named Johann WARG (c. 1300-1375) was a prominent merchant and landowner in the city of Cologne. His name is mentioned in several historical records related to trade and property transactions, highlighting the presence of the surname in urban centers during that period.

Another individual of note was Friedrich WARG (1460-1521), a German scholar and humanist who studied at the University of Heidelberg. He made significant contributions to the field of education and was known for his writings on classical literature and philosophy.

During the 16th century, the surname "WARG" gained further recognition when Hans WARG (1512-1578) became a respected painter and woodcarver in Nuremberg. His intricate works adorned churches and public buildings, showcasing the artistic talents associated with this surname.

Towards the end of the 17th century, Johann Christoph WARG (1640-1705) was a prominent theologian and pastor in the city of Augsburg. His sermons and writings on religious matters were widely circulated and influential during his time.

Throughout the centuries, the surname "WARG" has maintained its presence in various regions of Germany, with families bearing this name making notable contributions in various fields, from commerce and arts to academia and religious studies.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Warg

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

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

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