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

Yockel, 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 Yockel surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Yockel in America

Yockel is the 79075th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Yockel surname appeared 241 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 Yockel.

We can also compare 2010 data for Yockel 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 Yockel

Yockel is a surname that is believed to have its origins in Germany, particularly in the regions of Bavaria and Rhineland. The name is thought to be derived from the medieval German personal name "Jakob," which has its roots in the Hebrew name "Yaakov." Over time, regional dialects and linguistic shifts led to variants like "Jokel" or "Yokel," eventually becoming Yockel.

Historical records from the 13th and 14th centuries show early instances of similar surnames. For instance, a "Johannes Jokel" was noted in a Bavarian court document from 1327. Such records indicate that the Yockel name was already well-established in German-speaking areas during this period. The usage of surnames became more widespread with developments in the administrative and judicial systems, which required consistent family names for record-keeping purposes.

One historically significant individual with this surname was Hans Yockel, a blacksmith born in 1457 in what is now modern-day southern Germany. His craftsmanship was well-known in his town, and his name appears in multiple guild records from the late 15th century. Another notable figure is Maria Yockel, a midwife whose services were recorded in a 1612 medical manuscript from the Rhineland, showing that the surname was associated with various professions over the centuries.

A branch of the Yockel family emigrated to the United States in the mid-19th century, adding their name to the tapestry of American immigrant surnames. Johann Yockel, born in 1823 in Bavaria, settled in Pennsylvania in 1860. He became a well-respected farmer and community leader, as documented in local histories of that time.

Additionally, a Karl Yockel, born in 1891, served in the German military during World War I. His name appears on several military rolls and records, illustrating the continued presence of the Yockel surname in Germany into the 20th century.

Friedrich Yockel, born in 1802, was a noted theologian and author whose works contributed to religious scholarship in 19th-century Germany. His writings on Christian doctrine were published and widely read, cementing his place in the academic and religious circles of his time.

Each of these individuals highlights the adaptability and lasting presence of the Yockel surname across different fields and regions, from medieval Germany to modern America. The surname Yockel carries a rich history interwoven with significant cultural and societal developments, reflecting the diverse paths of those who have borne it.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Yockel

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

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

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