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

Wynder, 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 Wynder surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Wynder in America

Wynder is the 33241st most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Wynder surname appeared 688 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 Wynder.

We can also compare 2010 data for Wynder 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 Wynder

The surname Wynder is believed to have its origins in England, dating back to the medieval period. It is thought to be derived from the Old English term "windan," meaning "to wind" or "to twist." This etymology suggests the name could have been occupational, referring to someone who worked as a winder of yarn, thread, or other materials, or to someone who was involved in making rope or winding mechanisms.

The name Wynder appears to have first been associated with the northern regions of England, particularly in counties such as Yorkshire and Lancashire. These areas had flourishing textile industries during the medieval period, which aligns well with the occupational origin theory of the surname. Variations and older spellings of Wynder include Winder, Wyandere, and Wyndere, reflecting the phonetic evolution of the name over time.

Historical references to the name Wynder can be found in various English records and documents. For instance, it appears in tax records and parish registries from the 16th century onwards. The earliest recorded example is from the year 1521 when a John Wynder was noted in the Lancashire county tax rolls. Such early documentation provides evidence of the name's longstanding presence in England.

In the 17th century, William Wynder is a notable figure, born in 1610 in Lancashire. He was involved in local governance and had a reputation as a respected member of the community. Another historical figure is Elizabeth Wynder, who was born in Yorkshire in 1653 and was known for her work in the textile industry, continuing the family tradition implied by the name.

The early 18th century saw Thomas Wynder, born in 1705, establishing himself as a successful merchant in London. His business ventures and connections brought some prominence to the name during this period. Additionally, George Wynder, born in 1756, became a distinguished figure in agricultural circles, known for his innovations in farming techniques in the Midlands.

In the 19th century, the name continued to appear in various records, such as military enlistments and land ownership documents. A prominent figure from this time is James Wynder, born in 1822, who emigrated to the United States and became a prominent businessman in New York City. His ventures in trade and real estate left a lasting legacy and spread the Wynder name beyond English borders.

Throughout history, the surname Wynder has been associated with individuals who were influential in their respective fields, be it textiles, governance, commerce, or agriculture. The longevity and geographical spread of the name indicate a rich and varied ancestry, deeply rooted in the industrial and social history of England.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Wynder

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

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

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