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

Zube, 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 Zube surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Zube in America

Zube is the 55841st most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Zube surname appeared 367 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 Zube.

We can also compare 2010 data for Zube 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 Zube

The surname Zube is believed to have its origins in Central Europe, particularly within the regions that today comprise Germany. Evidence suggests that the name emerged during the Middle Ages, a period marked by the formation of identifiable family surnames. The name is derived from an old Germanic word "zube," which means "twig" or "branch." This meaning indicates a possible association with forestry or woodcraft, professions that were common in medieval Europe.

The surname Zube can also be found in various medieval manuscripts and regional records from Germany. One of the earliest references can be traced back to 1312, where a Heinrich Zube was recorded in a town registry of Cologne. This suggests that the name was established among the urban population in the Rhineland area during that time. The surname appears in different spellings, such as Zuber and Zübe, which were common variations used even within the same family lines.

Historical references to the surname include its appearance in the Muster Rolls of the Hanseatic League cities, indicating that individuals bearing the name were involved in trade and maritime activities. For example, Ulrich Zube, born in 1421 and recorded in the Hanseatic city of Lübeck, was a known trader who exported timber and other goods to Scandinavia.

Another significant figure was Johann Zube, born in 1567 and documented in civic records of Hamburg. He was known for his contributions to the local guilds as a master carpenter, further illustrating the name's connection to woodcraft and trades. In Straßburg, records from the early 1700s mention Frederich Zube, who was an influential merchant and contributed to the regional economy's growth during that period.

The name spread beyond German-speaking regions through migrations and trade routes. Johann Peter Zube, born in 1783 in Prussia, emigrated to the United States, where he became known for his agricultural innovations. His lineage continued to expand and adapt to their new homeland while preserving the name.

The surname Zube has retained its connection to its historical roots despite modernization and migration. The name is a testament to the enduring legacy of the professions and trades that shaped medieval and early modern European societies. Over the centuries, individuals bearing this name have contributed to diverse fields, reflecting the adaptability and perseverance often associated with their forebears.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Zube

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

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

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