There are
2048
Zielkes in the USA
Zielke is the
14549th
most common last name in the USA

Historical figures and celebrities called Zielke

KurtZielke

Kurt Zielke is a German sculptor known for his large-scale public artworks, including the creation of the 'Book of Life' monument in Berlin.

FrankZielke

Frank Zielke is a German footballer who played as a midfielder for clubs like Hansa Rostock and Arminia Bielefeld in the 1990s and 2000s.

PaulZielke

Paul Zielke is a German politician from the Social Democratic Party of Germany (SPD) who has served as the mayor of Potsdam since 2010.

AngelaZielke

Angela Zielke is a German actress known for her roles in films like 'Der kleine Drache Kokosnuss' and 'Schatzritter und das Geheimnis von Melusina.'

HansZielke

Hans Zielke was a German military officer who served as the commanding general of the 89th Infantry Division during World War II.

SabineZielke

Sabine Zielke is a German artist specializing in painting and graphic design, with her works often exploring themes of nature and spirituality.

JensZielke

Jens Zielke is a German journalist and television presenter, best known for his work as a moderator on the program 'Tagesschau' on ARD.

UlrichZielke

Ulrich Zielke is a German physicist and professor who has made significant contributions to the field of nuclear physics through his research and experiments.

MartinaZielke

Martina Zielke is a German swimmer who competed in the 2000 and 2004 Summer Olympics, representing Germany in various freestyle and medley events.

HeinzZielke

Heinz Zielke was a German footballer who played as a defender for clubs like Hertha BSC and VfL Bochum in the 1940s and 1950s.

Zielke Genealogy

OriginsThe surname 'Zielke' is of Polish origin and is derived from the Polish word 'zielony,' meaning 'green.' It is thought to have originally been an occupational name for someone who worked with or lived near green vegetation.
Geographic DistributionThe surname 'Zielke' is most commonly found in Germany, particularly in the regions of Brandenburg and Mecklenburg-Vorpommern. It is also found in smaller numbers in countries such as Poland and the United States.
VariationsVariations of the surname 'Zielke' include 'Zelke,' 'Zielcke,' and 'Zelcke.'
Migration and ImmigrationThe migration and immigration of people with the surname 'Zielke' have primarily been within Europe, particularly between Germany and neighboring countries. Some individuals with the surname 'Zielke' have also immigrated to countries such as the United States and Canada.