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

Zoglman, 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 Zoglman surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Zoglman in America

Zoglman is the 84463rd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Zoglman surname appeared 222 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 Zoglman.

We can also compare 2010 data for Zoglman 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 Zoglman

The surname Zoglman is believed to have its roots in the German-speaking regions of Europe, particularly Austria and Southern Germany, where it first appeared during the Middle Ages. The name is most likely derived from the German words "zog," meaning "to pull" or "to draw," and "mann," meaning "man." This could suggest that the original bearer of the name was involved in a profession that required pulling or drawing, possibly related to transport or animal husbandry.

The first documented references to the name Zoglman appear in records from the 14th century found in the Bavarian region. These records often list surnames associated with professions, places, or distinguishing characteristics, providing insights into the life and occupation of medieval society. The spelling of the name has varied over time, with early documents sometimes listing it as "Zogllmann" or "Zöglmann," reflective of regional linguistic variations.

One of the earliest known individuals with the surname Zoglman was Heinrich Zoglman, a Bavarian merchant born around 1370. His name appears in trade records from the early 1400s, indicating his involvement in the exchange of goods between German villages. Another notable person was Johannes Zoglman, a cleric who lived in the late 15th century in the city of Augsburg. His contributions included the transcription of religious manuscripts, and his name is preserved in several ecclesiastical documents from that period.

In the early 1600s, the name Zoglman is recorded in Tyrolean tax registers, suggesting that the family had established a significant presence in the region. One such individual, Andreas Zoglman, a farmer born in 1585, is mentioned in these records. His estate was noted for its significant size and productivity, marking his importance in local agricultural circles.

By the 18th century, the Zoglman family name had spread further into Austria. Georg Zoglman, born in 1742 in Salzburg, became known for his skills as a blacksmith. His work was highly sought after, and he became a respected figure in his community by the time of his death in 1796. His legacy continued through his sons, who carried on the trade and helped disseminate the family name throughout the region.

Another historically notable Zoglman was Karl Zoglman, born in 1821, a scholar and writer from Vienna. His work in documenting Austrian folk traditions and histories contributed significantly to the preservation of local culture. His published works from the mid-19th century remain a valuable resource for historians and ethnographers studying the period.

Through the centuries, the Zoglman surname has remained relatively localized but has left its mark in historical records through the lives and contributions of the individuals who bore the name. The evolution of its spelling and its persistence in historical documents reflect the endurance of the family lineage across generations in German-speaking Europe.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Zoglman

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

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

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