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

Angry, 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 Angry surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Angry in America

Angry is the 113791st most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Angry surname appeared 154 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 Angry.

We can also compare 2010 data for Angry 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 Angry

The surname "ANGRY" is believed to have originated in England during the medieval period. It is thought to be derived from the Old English word "angri," which means "angry" or "wrathful." This suggests that the name was likely given as a nickname to someone with a fiery temperament or a quick temper.

The earliest recorded instances of the surname "ANGRY" can be found in various historical documents from the 13th and 14th centuries. One notable example is a reference to a man named William Angry in the Pipe Rolls of Gloucestershire from 1275. Additionally, the name appears in the Hundred Rolls of Berkshire from 1279, where it is listed as a variant spelling of "Angri."

Over time, the surname "ANGRY" spread throughout various regions of England, with slight variations in spelling emerging, such as "Angrie," "Angrey," and "Angri." These variations likely arose due to regional dialects and the inconsistent nature of spelling conventions in earlier centuries.

One of the earliest known individuals with the surname "ANGRY" was Sir John Angry, a knight who lived in the late 14th century. He was a prominent figure in the English court and served as a member of the royal household during the reign of King Edward III (1312-1377).

Another noteworthy individual with this surname was Thomas Angry, a wealthy merchant and landowner who lived in the city of Bristol during the 15th century. He was a prominent figure in the local community and helped to establish a charitable foundation that supported orphans and the poor.

In the 16th century, a man named Robert Angry gained recognition for his skills as a master carpenter. He was responsible for the construction of several notable buildings in London, including the renowned Banqueting House in Whitehall, which was completed in 1622.

During the English Civil War (1642-1651), a soldier named William Angry fought for the Parliamentarian forces under the command of Oliver Cromwell. He was praised for his bravery and dedication on the battlefield and was later awarded a land grant in recognition of his service.

In the 18th century, a scholar and writer named Samuel Angry made significant contributions to the field of literature. He was particularly renowned for his essays and poetry, which explored themes of human nature and the complexities of emotions.

These are just a few examples of individuals with the surname "ANGRY" who have left their mark on history throughout the centuries. While the name may have originated from a descriptor of one's temperament, it has since evolved to become a respected and established surname with a rich heritage.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Angry

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

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

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