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

Standing, 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 Standing surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Standing in America

Standing is the 32994th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Standing surname appeared 694 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 Standing.

We can also compare 2010 data for Standing 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 Standing

The surname Standing is of English origin, believed to have emerged during the medieval period, specifically in the 13th or 14th century. It is derived from the Old English word "standan," which means "to stand" or "to remain." This surname likely originated as a descriptive name, referring to someone who was steadfast, resolute, or held a particular position or rank.

The earliest recorded instances of the surname Standing can be traced back to the 14th century in various English county records. For example, one of the earliest known references is found in the Subsidy Rolls of Worcestershire from 1327, which mentions a John atte Stondynge. The "atte" prefix in this entry suggests a locational connection, potentially indicating the surname was initially a reference to someone residing near a prominent standing structure or landmark.

In the 15th century, the surname appeared in various forms, such as Standyng, Stondyng, and Stondinge, reflecting the fluid nature of surname spellings during that era. The Pipe Rolls of Yorkshire from 1379 recorded a Thomas Stondyng, while the Feet of Fines for Essex in 1428 mentioned a John Standyng.

Notably, the surname Standing has been associated with several historical figures throughout the ages. One prominent individual was John Standing (1609-1679), an English Puritan minister and religious writer who served as the rector of Worlington in Suffolk. Another notable figure was Robert Standing (1651-1700), an English mathematician and astronomer who contributed to the development of logarithmic tables and nautical almanacs.

The surname has also been found in various place names across England, such as Standing Piece in Cambridgeshire and Standing Stone in Gloucestershire, further reinforcing its connection to the concept of standing or prominent landmarks.

Other notable individuals with the surname Standing include:

1. Thomas Standing (1778-1835), an English landscape painter and engraver known for his depictions of rural scenes.
2. William Standing (1834-1914), a British civil engineer and bridge designer who worked on several notable projects, including the Charing Cross Bridge in London.
3. Percy Cross Standing (1870-1949), a British journalist and author who wrote extensively on topics related to travel and exploration.
4. Guy Standing (born 1948), a renowned British economist and professor who has made significant contributions to the study of labor economics and social protection.
5. Edna Standing (1894-1966), an English actress and singer who appeared in numerous films during the early 20th century, including several silent movies.

While the surname Standing has its roots in medieval England, it has since spread to other parts of the world, carried by individuals and families who migrated or established themselves in various regions over the centuries.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Standing

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

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

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