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

Xanders, 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 Xanders surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Xanders in America

Xanders is the 85659th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Xanders surname appeared 218 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 Xanders.

We can also compare 2010 data for Xanders 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 Xanders

The surname Xanders is primarily of Dutch origin, dating back to the late medieval period. It can be traced to the Low Countries, specifically present-day Netherlands and parts of Belgium. The name is derived from the given name Sander, a diminutive form of Alexander. Alexander itself has Greek roots, originating from the name Alexandros, which means "defender of the people."

Historical references to the surname Xanders are sparse, but they exist. Early records can be found in parish registers and civil records from the 16th century. One notable appearance of the surname is in a 1573 church record from Utrecht, detailing the marriage of Pieter Xanders and Anna van der Meer. Manuscripts from the period often vary the spelling, listing the name as Xander, Xanders, and sometimes even Zander, reflecting the fluidity of orthography in that era.

One of the earliest recorded examples of the surname is a birth record from 1589 in Amsterdam, mentioning Jan Xanders, son of Hendrik Xanders. It indicates the family was established in the region, likely involved in trade or crafts, common occupations in the bustling mercantile city of Amsterdam during the Dutch Golden Age.

Through the centuries, members of the Xanders family have made their mark in various fields. By the 17th century, Matthias Xanders (1634-1691) became a well-known merchant, trading goods between Amsterdam and the Baltic States. His business ventures greatly contributed to the economic standing of the family. Later, in the 18th century, Willem Xanders (1721-1784) became a noted painter, whose works still reside in several Dutch museums today.

The 19th century saw further dispersion of the Xanders surname as European emigration patterns brought the name to new continents. For instance, Cornelis Xanders (1802-1865) emigrated to the United States in 1854, establishing a successful farming enterprise in Pennsylvania. His descendants spread throughout the American Midwest, furthering the reach of the surname.

Another notable historical figure is Anna Maria Xanders (1850-1922), a prolific writer and social activist in Germany. Her contributions to women's rights and her numerous published works on social issues garnered her significant recognition in Europe.

In summary, the surname Xanders is rich in history, reflecting the diverse undertakings of those who bore it. Originating from the Dutch adaptation of the name Alexander, Xanders has been associated with trade, art, and social activism throughout the centuries. Its bearers have left indelible marks on the regions they lived in, making the surname a testament to their varied contributions to society.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Xanders

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

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

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