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

Wieneke, 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 Wieneke surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Wieneke in America

Wieneke is the 25771st most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Wieneke surname appeared 956 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 Wieneke.

We can also compare 2010 data for Wieneke 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 Wieneke

The surname Wieneke has its origins in Germany. It is most commonly associated with the Lower Saxony region, particularly around the 14th century. This area was populated by Germanic tribes, and many surnames from this period can be traced back to old Germanic languages.

Wieneke is derived from a diminutive form of the given name Wienand or Winand, which itself comes from the Old High German name Winiand, composed of the elements "wini," meaning friend, and "nanth," meaning daring or bold. The name thus implies a person who is a bold friend.

The surname appears in historical records as early as the 15th century in various documents and manuscripts. Notably, it can be found in church registries and land deeds, which were carefully maintained during this period. An early reference to the surname can be traced to a Gertrud Wieneke, mentioned in a land transaction document dated 1423 in Lower Saxony.

One of the earliest recorded examples is Wilhem Wieneke, who was born in 1487 in what is today considered part of Lower Saxony. His name was found in tax records indicating that he was a notable landowner of his time. It is believed that his family had lived in the region for several generations.

Another significant figure was Johannes Wieneke, born in 1604 and known for his contributions to early modern literature. By the mid-17th century, the Wieneke name had spread to other parts of Germany, and Johannes’ publications were well-received, indicating a literate and possibly affluent family background.

The name also appears in various forms and spellings throughout historical documents, such as Winneke or Wienick. In the 18th century, Clemens Wieneke, born in 1723, became a renowned clockmaker whose intricate designs remain part of the cultural heritage in parts of Germany. His works are preserved in museums and private collections, highlighting the craftsmanship associated with the family name.

A prominent name bearer in the 19th century was Friedrich Wieneke, born in 1802, who was a prominent figure in local politics in the Hanover region. He played a role in the liberal movements of the 1848 revolution, advocating for democratic reforms and was once mentioned in parliamentary records.

The Wieneke surname carries a rich history, rooted in Germanic origins and associated with a legacy of notable individuals across various fields, from literature and craftsmanship to politics. The consistency of its appearance in historical documents underscores its enduring presence and significance within German history.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Wieneke

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

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

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