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

Wendle, 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 Wendle surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Wendle in America

Wendle is the 77012th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Wendle surname appeared 249 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 Wendle.

We can also compare 2010 data for Wendle 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 Wendle

The surname Wendle is of German origin and dates back to the 13th century. It is believed to have originated in the region of Westphalia, which was then part of the Holy Roman Empire. The name is derived from the Old German word 'wandil,' which means 'wanderer' or 'traveler.'

In its earliest recorded form, the surname was spelled 'Wendel,' and it is thought to have been adopted by individuals who traveled frequently or lived a nomadic lifestyle. The name may also have been given to those who settled in new areas after migrating from their original homelands.

One of the earliest known references to the name Wendle can be found in the Liber Censuum, a medieval census record compiled in 1192 during the reign of Pope Celestine III. The document lists a certain 'Albertus Wendel' as a landowner in the town of Münster, located in Westphalia.

By the 14th century, the name had spread to other parts of Germany, and variations in spelling began to emerge, such as 'Wendele,' 'Wendlen,' and 'Wendler.' In 1387, a document from the city of Nuremberg mentions a 'Hans Wendelen,' who was a member of the local guild of bakers.

One notable individual with the surname Wendle was Johannes Wendle (1529-1597), a German theologian and Protestant reformer who played a significant role in the spread of Lutheranism in the region of Saxony. He was a close associate of Martin Luther and authored several influential theological works.

Another prominent figure was Johann Wendle (1677-1752), a German architect and master builder who was responsible for the construction of several churches and public buildings in the cities of Mainz and Frankfurt. His work is considered a fine example of the Baroque architectural style.

In the 19th century, the name Wendle was carried by several emigrants who left Germany for the United States and other parts of the world. One such individual was Carl Wendle (1823-1898), a German-American businessman and landowner who settled in Ohio and became a successful farmer and vineyard owner.

Another notable bearer of the name was Friedrich Wendle (1865-1942), a German-born American artist and painter known for his landscapes and portraits. He spent much of his career in California and was a member of the renowned Eucalyptus School of painters.

While the surname Wendle is not as common as some other German names, it has left its mark on history through the contributions of individuals in various fields, from theology and architecture to business and the arts.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Wendle

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

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

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