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

Unangst, 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 Unangst surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Unangst in America

Unangst is the 28293rd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Unangst surname appeared 845 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 Unangst.

We can also compare 2010 data for Unangst 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 Unangst

The surname UNANGST is of German origin, with its roots traced back to the medieval period. It is derived from the Old German words "un" meaning "not" and "angst" meaning "fear" or "anxiety." The name was likely given as a descriptive nickname to someone who exhibited a fearless or courageous demeanor.

The earliest recorded instances of the UNANGST name can be found in various Germanic regions, particularly in areas that are now part of modern-day Germany and Switzerland. Some of the earliest written records mentioning the name date back to the 13th and 14th centuries, although it is possible that the name existed even earlier in oral traditions.

One of the earliest documented references to the UNANGST name appears in the Codex Diplomaticus Monasterii Sancti Galli, a collection of medieval documents from the Abbey of St. Gall in Switzerland, dating back to the late 13th century. This manuscript mentions an individual named "Unangst von Appenzell," indicating the presence of the name in that region during that time period.

Another notable historical figure bearing the UNANGST name was Johannes Unangst, a German Renaissance scholar and humanist who lived in the 15th century (c. 1430-1490). He was a renowned writer and educator, known for his contributions to the study of classical literature and philosophy.

In the 16th century, a prominent figure named Hans Unangst (c. 1510-1580) was a Swiss military leader and mercenary captain. He gained recognition for his military exploits during the Italian Wars, serving under various European rulers and leading troops in various campaigns.

During the 17th century, the UNANGST name appeared in various German and Swiss records, often associated with skilled craftsmen and artisans. One noteworthy individual was Jakob Unangst (c. 1620-1690), a renowned clockmaker and horologist from the Black Forest region of Germany, whose intricate timepieces were highly sought after by nobility and wealthy patrons.

Another individual of historical significance was Georg Unangst (1745-1810), a German theologian and philosopher who lived during the Age of Enlightenment. He was known for his writings on religious ethics and moral philosophy, and his works were widely read and discussed in academic circles of the time.

Throughout the centuries, the UNANGST name has been associated with various professions, from military leaders and scholars to artisans and philosophers. While the name's origins can be traced back to medieval Germany, it has since spread to other parts of Europe and beyond, carried by generations of individuals bearing this distinctive surname.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Unangst

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

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

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