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

Zipperer, 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 Zipperer surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Zipperer in America

Zipperer is the 22481st most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Zipperer surname appeared 1,144 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 Zipperer.

We can also compare 2010 data for Zipperer 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 Zipperer

The surname Zipperer has its origins in the German-speaking regions of Europe, dating back to the medieval period. Specifically, it is believed to have originated in the southern parts of Germany, such as Bavaria, in the late Middle Ages. The name is derived from the Middle High German word "zipfen," which means "to pinch" or "to pluck," suggesting that the name may have originally referred to someone who worked in a trade that involved pinching or plucking, such as a tailor or a cobbler.

Historical references to the surname Zipperer can be traced back to various archives and manuscripts. For example, it appears in the tax records of Bavaria in the 14th century. The spelling of the name has remained relatively consistent over time, although occasional variations such as Zippere occur in older documents. One of the earliest recorded instances is in a Bavarian manuscript from 1375, which mentions a Heinrich Zipperer, a local tradesman.

Throughout the centuries, the Zipperer name has been borne by several notable individuals. Johann Zipperer, born in 1561 and died in 1631, was a well-known tailor in Nuremberg, whose skills were highly regarded by the local gentry. Another significant figure is Maria Zipperer, a midwife born in 1791 and who practiced her profession in Munich until her death in 1863. Her meticulous records have provided valuable insights into 19th-century obstetrics.

In the realm of academia, Wilhelm Zipperer, born in 1840 and died in 1912, was a distinguished historian and professor at the University of Heidelberg. His extensive writings on the history of southern Germany are still referenced by scholars today. The surname also gained recognition beyond Germany through individuals like Hans Zipperer, an engineer born in 1903 who emigrated to the United States in the early 20th century, contributing significantly to advancements in automotive technology until his death in 1978.

Another notable bearer of the surname was Elisabeth Zipperer, a prominent social worker born in 1887 and active in charitable organizations in Berlin until her passing in 1954. Her efforts in improving the welfare of disadvantaged children during the interwar period earned her significant acclaim. The Zipperer surname, with its rich history and distinguished bearers, continues to be a testament to the diverse roles and contributions of those who have carried it through the centuries.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Zipperer

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

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

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