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

Zwickl, 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 Zwickl surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Zwickl in America

Zwickl is the 86645th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Zwickl surname appeared 215 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 Zwickl.

We can also compare 2010 data for Zwickl 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 Zwickl

The surname Zwickl originates from Central Europe, with its roots traceable to the regions that are today parts of Germany, Austria, and the Czech Republic. Historically, the name dates back to the medieval period, around the 13th to 15th centuries. This surname is derived from German-speaking areas and possibly bears connections to the word "Zweck," which means "purpose" or "aim." It may have originally referenced a person's role, occupation, or a quality they were known for.

The name Zwickl appears in old records and manuscripts from these regions. For example, a mention can be found in the Bavarian records from the early 14th century. The name has appeared in various spellings such as Zwickel, Zwick, and Zwicker, reflecting regional dialects and the evolution of language over time. Its historical occurrences are documented in church books and municipal records, especially in areas surrounding Bavaria and Bohemia.

One of the earliest recorded bearers of the surname Zwickl was Jakob Zwickl, born in 1385 in Bavaria. He was known for his contributions to the local economy as a merchant. Another historical figure is Hans Zwickl, a prominent landowner in Upper Austria during the early 16th century, born in 1502 and died in 1573. His documented land transactions and court appearances provide valuable insights into the socio-economic conditions of that time.

In the 17th century, Georg Zwickl, born in 1627, emerged as a notable artisan in Vienna, contributing to the architectural advancements within the Habsburg territories. His craftsmanship is heralded in several architectural manuscripts from the period. Moving into the 18th century, Theresa Zwickl, born in 1741 and died in 1812, is another prominent name, recognized for her pioneering work in the early education systems in the Czech regions then under Habsburg rule.

Karl Zwickl, born in 1806 and passing in 1874, made his mark as an influential political figure during the early formation of the Austro-Hungarian Empire. His political writings and engagements are well-documented in the period's archives, providing a window into the complexities of Central European politics of that era.

Thus, the surname Zwickl holds a multifaceted history, deeply intertwined with the cultural and historical evolutions of Central Europe. As time progressed, bearers of the name played significant roles in various societal domains, leaving a legacy that stretches over several centuries.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Zwickl

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

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

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