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

Zoesch, 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 Zoesch surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Zoesch in America

Zoesch is the 100791st most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Zoesch surname appeared 179 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 Zoesch.

We can also compare 2010 data for Zoesch 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 Zoesch

The surname Zoesch originates from Germany, with its roots tracing back to the medieval period. It appears to be derived from the Middle High German word "zēsche," which means "broom" or "twig." This association may indicate the surname was originally an occupational name for a broom maker or could have been a topographic name for someone who lived near a prominent or conspicuous tree or group of trees.

The earliest references to the name Zoesch can be found in medieval German records and manuscripts. The surname appears in various forms including Zesch, Zeschke, and Zeschow. These variations suggest regional dialect differences and the evolution of spelling over time. A historical document from the 14th century mentions a Heinrich Zesch, a craftsman in the town of Augsburg. This is one of the earliest recorded instances of the surname.

Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the surname Zoesch. Johann Zesch, born in 1545, was known as a prominent merchant in Frankfurt. His trade connections extended throughout the Holy Roman Empire, making the Zoesch name well-known in commercial circles. Another significant figure is Martha Zoesch (1602-1678), a respected midwife in Nuremberg whose practices were recorded in several medical journals of the time.

In the 18th century, Hans Friedrich Zoesch, born in 1720, made a name for himself as a successful farmer and landowner in the rural areas surrounding Berlin. His landholdings were well-documented in local land registers, which provide a glimpse into the agrarian lifestyle of the era. Johann Ludwig Zoesch (1785-1856), a scholar and educator in Munich, published several influential works on early Germanic languages, including a study of onomastics that referenced his own surname.

As the surname continued to spread geographically, some descendants adopted slightly different spellings. For example, the Zoesch family name appears in Swiss records from the 19th century, particularly in the canton of Zurich. One such individual, Clara Zoesch (1864-1931), was a pioneering female physician and a prominent advocate for women's education.

The surname Zoesch, with its distinct lineage and historical significance, continues to be a testament to the rich cultural tapestry of German and Central European history, offering insights into the professions, locations, and familial ties of those who bore the name through centuries.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Zoesch

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

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

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