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

Weider, 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 Weider surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Weider in America

Weider is the 36048th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Weider surname appeared 622 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 Weider.

We can also compare 2010 data for Weider 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 Weider

The surname "Weider" is of German origin and can be traced back to the early 16th century. It is believed to have originated from the German word "weiden," which means "to graze" or "to pasture." This suggests that the name may have been associated with individuals who worked as shepherds or herdsmen.

The earliest known record of the name "Weider" can be found in the parish registers of the town of Ludwigshafen, located in the German state of Rhineland-Palatinate. Here, a man named Hans Weider is mentioned in a document dated 1524.

In the 17th century, the name appears in various records from the region of Bavaria, particularly in the areas around the cities of Munich and Nuremberg. During this period, the spelling of the name varied, with variations such as "Weyder" and "Weyder" being found in official documents.

One notable individual bearing the surname "Weider" was Johann Weider, a prominent clockmaker who lived in Nuremberg during the late 17th century. His intricate and highly sought-after timepieces were renowned for their precision and craftsmanship.

Another historical figure with this surname was Jakob Weider, a German farmer and landowner who lived in the village of Kirchheim in the late 18th century. He was known for his progressive agricultural practices and his advocacy for improved living conditions for rural communities.

In the 19th century, the name "Weider" gained prominence in the world of academia. Friedrich Weider (1801-1876) was a renowned German philologist and linguist who made significant contributions to the study of Germanic languages.

As the surname spread across Germany and other parts of Europe, it evolved into various forms, such as "Weidner" and "Weidemann." These variations often reflected regional dialects and linguistic influences.

Another noteworthy individual bearing the "Weider" surname was Wilhelm Weider (1876-1945), a German architect who designed several notable buildings in Berlin and other cities during the early 20th century.

Throughout its history, the surname "Weider" has been carried by individuals from diverse backgrounds, ranging from artisans and farmers to scholars and professionals. While its origins can be traced back to the pastoral traditions of Germany, the name has transcended its humble beginnings and become a part of the rich tapestry of European surnames.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Weider

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

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

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