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

Wiegert, 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 Wiegert surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Wiegert in America

Wiegert is the 22637th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Wiegert surname appeared 1,134 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 Wiegert.

We can also compare 2010 data for Wiegert 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 Wiegert

Wiegert is a surname of German origin, with its roots traceable to the German-speaking regions of Europe. The name likely originated from the areas of ancient Saxony, now part of modern-day Germany, where it emerged during the medieval period. The name is derived from the Old High German word "wig," meaning "battle," and "hard," meaning "strong" or "brave." Hence, Wiegert can be interpreted as "battle strong" or "battle brave."

The earliest records of the name Wiegert can be traced back to medieval manuscripts and documents. One of the earliest mentions of a similar name occurs in the 12th century, in a document referring to a certain Widger or Wigert, a knight in the service of the German nobility. This knight was documented as having fought in several battles during the period known as the Holy Roman Empire.

In the centuries that followed, the Wiegert surname appeared in various forms such as Wigehart, Wigard, and Wigert in different German-speaking regions. In the 14th and 15th centuries, several individuals with the Wiegert name are mentioned in tax records and legal documents from towns in Saxony and Thuringia, reflecting the name's growing prevalence.

A notable individual bearing the surname Wiegert was Johann Wiegert (1523-1598), a scholar and theologian from Saxony who wrote extensively on religious reform and was a prominent figure during the Protestant Reformation. His works were influential in the spread of Lutheranism in the region.

Another significant mention is of Heinrich Wiegert (1645-1712), an early German settler who emigrated to the Americas in the late 17th century. He settled in Pennsylvania and became one of the early German-American pioneers who contributed to the colonial agricultural economy.

In the 18th century, Friedrich Wiegert (1721-1793) became known as a master craftsman and guild member in the city of Bremen. His intricate woodworking and craftsmanship were reputed throughout the region, earning him a distinguished place in local history.

By the 19th century, Adolph Wiegert (1804-1881), an industrialist from Bavaria, made significant advancements in textile manufacturing, helping to position the region as a hub of industrial innovation in Germany. His contributions helped modernize the textile industry and promote economic growth.

Historically, the Wiegert surname has been associated with strength and resilience, reflective of its etymological origins. The name's widespread use in various German-speaking regions and its appearance in historical documents highlight its enduring legacy. The notable individuals throughout history who bore the name Wiegert have made their mark in various fields, from religious reform and settlement to craftsmanship and industrial progress.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Wiegert

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

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

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