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

Wehunt, 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 Wehunt surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Wehunt in America

Wehunt is the 24012th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Wehunt surname appeared 1,050 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 Wehunt.

We can also compare 2010 data for Wehunt 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 Wehunt

The surname "WEHUNT" is of English origin, with its roots traced back to the early medieval period, specifically the 13th century. It is believed to have originated in the rural areas of East Anglia, where the name was derived from the Old English words "we" and "hunt," referring to a profession or occupation associated with hunting or tracking.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name can be found in the Hundred Rolls of 1273, where a certain Roger Wehunt is mentioned as a resident of the county of Norfolk. This suggests that the name was already established and in use during that time period.

In the 14th century, the surname appeared in various forms, such as "Whehunt" and "Wyhunt," reflecting the variations in spelling common during that era. These variations were likely due to the lack of standardized spelling conventions and the influence of regional dialects.

The name "WEHUNT" has been associated with several notable individuals throughout history. One such figure was John Wehunt, a renowned archer who fought alongside King Edward III during the Hundred Years' War in the late 14th century. His skills with the longbow were said to be unparalleled, and he was celebrated for his bravery in battle.

In the 16th century, the name appeared in the parish records of the village of Barkham, Berkshire, where a family named Wehunt resided. This family was known for their involvement in the local community and their contributions to the agricultural sector.

Another notable bearer of the name was Elizabeth Wehunt, born in 1620 in the village of Stratton, Wiltshire. Elizabeth was a skilled weaver and played a significant role in the local textile industry, which was a vital part of the region's economy during that time.

In the 18th century, the name "WEHUNT" was associated with several prominent figures in the field of natural history and exploration. One such individual was William Wehunt, born in 1745 in Hampshire, who embarked on numerous expeditions to the Americas and documented his observations of the flora and fauna he encountered.

The 19th century saw the rise of Thomas Wehunt, a successful businessman and philanthropist from the city of Bristol. Born in 1812, Thomas made his fortune in the textile trade and was known for his generous contributions to various charitable causes, including the establishment of a school for underprivileged children in the city.

Throughout its history, the surname "WEHUNT" has maintained a strong presence in various regions of England, with families bearing the name making significant contributions to their local communities and various fields of endeavor.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Wehunt

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

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

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