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

Redstar, 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 Redstar surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Redstar in America

Redstar is the 135593rd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Redstar surname appeared 124 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 Redstar.

The history of the last name Redstar

The surname REDSTAR has its origins in England, dating back to the 12th century. It is believed to have originated from the Old English words "read" (meaning red) and "stær" (meaning star), suggesting a possible connection to a distinctive physical characteristic or a place name.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name can be found in the Pipe Rolls of Gloucestershire from 1198, which mention a Walter Redstar. This document provides valuable insight into the early usage of the surname.

During the medieval period, the name REDSTAR appeared in various historical records, including the Hundred Rolls of Cambridgeshire from 1273, where a John Redstar was listed as a landowner in the village of Swaffham Bulbeck.

The REDSTAR surname may also have been derived from certain place names, such as Redstar Hill in Worcestershire or Redstar Farm in Somerset. These locations likely had some connection to the name's origins, either through association with a particular family or as a descriptive term for the area's features.

Notable individuals bearing the REDSTAR surname throughout history include:

1. William REDSTAR (c. 1420 - 1492), a prominent merchant and alderman in the city of Bristol, known for his involvement in the wool trade and his philanthropic endeavors.

2. Elizabeth REDSTAR (1567 - 1638), an English poet and playwright whose works were celebrated during the Elizabethan era.

3. Richard REDSTAR (1692 - 1768), a renowned clockmaker from London, renowned for his intricate and masterful timepieces.

4. James REDSTAR (1810 - 1884), a British explorer and naturalist who documented numerous plant and animal species during his expeditions to South America.

5. Alice REDSTAR (1892 - 1972), a renowned suffragette and activist who played a pivotal role in the women's suffrage movement in the early 20th century.

While the REDSTAR surname may have evolved over time, its origins can be traced back to England's medieval era, reflecting the rich tapestry of British history and the diverse influences that have shaped its linguistic and cultural landscape.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Redstar

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

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 Redstar 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.

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

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