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

Zwicke, 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 Zwicke surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Zwicke in America

Zwicke is the 92719th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Zwicke surname appeared 198 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 Zwicke.

We can also compare 2010 data for Zwicke 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 Zwicke

The surname Zwicke is believed to have its origins in the German-speaking regions of Europe, particularly from areas that are now part of modern-day Germany. The etymology of Zwicke can be traced to the Middle High German word "zwicken" which means "to pinch" or "to squeeze." This surname first emerged during the medieval period, likely around the 12th or 13th century, a time when surnames were becoming essential for identifying individuals due to rising populations.

The earliest references to the surname Zwicke or its variations appear in regional tax records and legal documents. One notable instance is from a 14th-century manuscript detailing the inhabitants of the town of Augsburg. A common variant of the surname during this period was Zwicker or Zwik. Historical documents also reveal the presence of the Zwicke name in the areas surrounding Saxony and Thuringia, which were central locations for many German family names to develop.

One of the earliest recorded examples of the surname is Hans Zwicke, born in 1432 and recorded in the municipal records of Köln. He was a merchant known for trading in textiles and fabrics. Another early notable figure was Johann Zwicke, a scholar and monk from Munich around 1485 who contributed to theological works archived in medieval monasteries. In 1525, a Peter Zwicke appears in a legal record pertaining to a property dispute in Nuremberg, highlighting the family's involvement in various civic matters.

By the 17th century, the surname began appearing more frequently in church registers and civil documentation. Andreas Zwicke, born in 1610 in Leipzig, was documented as a skilled craftsman specializing in woodwork and furniture making. His works were well-recognized, and pieces are retained in museums showcasing Baroque craftsmanship. Another historical figure is Katarina Zwicke, born in 1675, who became notable in Frankfurt for her philanthropic work, especially in funding local educational institutions for girls.

One of the more recent historical individuals with this surname is Friedrich Zwicke, a Prussian officer born in 1798, whose military service is commemorated in various historical records from the Napoleonic Wars. His leadership earned him prominence and a place in military history books.

These examples illustrate the rich heritage and geographical spread of the Zwicke surname across Germany, tracing back to medieval times. The name has evolved through different forms but remains indicative of its Germanic roots and historical significance.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Zwicke

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

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

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