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

Webel, 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 Webel surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Webel in America

Webel is the 71478th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Webel surname appeared 273 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 Webel.

We can also compare 2010 data for Webel 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 Webel

The surname Webel is of German origin and can be traced back to the Middle Ages. It is believed to have originated from the German word "weber," which means "weaver." This suggests that the surname may have been adopted by individuals who were involved in the weaving trade or lived in areas known for weaving.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the surname Webel can be found in the 14th century in the town of Rothenburg ob der Tauber, located in the German state of Bavaria. The Webel family was prominent in this region, with several members holding positions of influence and wealth.

During the 16th century, the surname Webel appeared in various historical documents and records across different regions of Germany. One notable figure was Hans Webel, a respected scholar and theologian born in 1510 in the town of Erfurt. He was known for his contributions to the Protestant Reformation and his writings on religious matters.

In the 17th century, the Webel family became established in the city of Hamburg, where they were involved in the textile industry. Johann Webel, born in 1652, was a prominent merchant and trader of fine fabrics, contributing to the city's economy and reputation as a center of commerce.

As the Webel family migrated and spread across Europe, the surname underwent slight variations in spelling, such as Webell, Webele, and Webil. These variations were often influenced by regional dialects and the preferences of local record-keepers.

One notable figure from the 18th century was Friedrich Webel, born in 1726 in the town of Kassel, Germany. He was a renowned painter and engraver, known for his detailed landscapes and portraiture. His works are still celebrated and exhibited in various art museums across Europe.

Another notable individual with the surname Webel was Karl Webel, born in 1819 in the city of Berlin. He was a prominent architect and urban planner, responsible for designing several iconic buildings and contributing to the development of Berlin's cityscape during the 19th century.

The Webel surname has also been associated with several accomplished individuals in more recent history, such as the German physicist Otto Webel (1871-1958), who made significant contributions to the field of thermodynamics, and the Austrian writer and journalist Franz Webel (1900-1982), whose works explored themes of social justice and political activism.

While the Webel surname may have evolved over time and across different regions, its origins can be traced back to the weaving trade and the German word "weber," reflecting the historical significance of this profession in shaping family names and identities.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Webel

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

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

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