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

Gastin, 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 Gastin surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Gastin in America

Gastin is the 126765th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Gastin surname appeared 135 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 Gastin.

We can also compare 2010 data for Gastin 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 Gastin

The surname Gastin has its origins in England, specifically in the county of Yorkshire. It is believed to have emerged during the Middle Ages, around the 12th or 13th century. The name is derived from the Old English word "gærs," meaning grass, and the suffix "tun," signifying an enclosure or settlement. This suggests that the name may have referred to a person who lived near a grassy or verdant area.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the surname Gastin can be found in the Hundred Rolls of Yorkshire, a census-like document compiled in 1273. The name appears as "Gerstun," reflecting the prevalent spelling variations of that era.

In the 14th century, the surname is documented in the Yorkshire Poll Tax Returns of 1379, where it is written as "Garstyn." This record provides evidence of the name's continued presence in the region during that time period.

The Gastin surname also appears in the Domesday Book of 1086, a comprehensive survey commissioned by William the Conqueror. However, it is listed under the spelling "Gerstun," which was a common variation in those days.

Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the surname Gastin. One such person was Robert Gastin (1596-1667), an English clergyman and academic who served as the Master of Peterhouse, Cambridge, from 1635 until his death.

Another prominent figure was Sir Thomas Gastin (1718-1798), a British naval officer who distinguished himself during the Seven Years' War and the American Revolutionary War. He rose to the rank of Admiral of the White and was knighted for his services.

In the literary world, the name Gastin is associated with John Gastin (1767-1837), an English poet and writer who published several works, including "The Wanderer of Norway" and "The Minstrel's Lay."

The surname can also be found in historical records from other parts of England, such as the parish registers of Gloucestershire, where a John Gastin is mentioned in 1623.

Additionally, the name Gastin appears in the annals of Scotland, with a notable bearer being William Gastin (1802-1876), a Scottish architect and engineer who designed several notable buildings in Edinburgh and Glasgow.

As these examples demonstrate, the surname Gastin has a rich history spanning centuries and can be traced back to its English roots. While its prevalence may have fluctuated over time, it has left an indelible mark on the annals of various regions and fields.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Gastin

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

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

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