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

Wynter, 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 Wynter surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Wynter in America

Wynter is the 16909th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Wynter surname appeared 1,684 times in the 2010 census and if you were to sample 100,000 people in the United States, approximately 1 people would have the surname Wynter.

We can also compare 2010 data for Wynter 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 Wynter

The surname Wynter has its origins in England, dating back to the medieval period. It is derived from the Old English word "winter," referring to the cold season. The name likely started as a nickname for someone born during the winter months or for someone with a particularly harsh or cold demeanor.

The earliest recorded mention of the name can be traced back to the 12th century. In the Domesday Book of 1086, alternative spellings like Wintar and Wintre were found, which indicate regional linguistic variations over time.

One of the oldest records of a person with this surname is Robert Wynter, who was documented in the Curia Regis Rolls in 1205. Another early example includes John Wynter, listed in the Hundred Rolls of 1273. The name appears in various historical records, including parish registers, wills, and court documents, evidencing its enduring presence in England.

Several notable individuals have borne the surname Wynter. One was Robert Wynter (c. 1560 - 1606), an English conspirator involved in the Gunpowder Plot. He was executed for his role in the attempt to blow up the House of Lords. Another prominent figure was Sir William Wynter (died 1589), an English naval commander during the reign of Queen Elizabeth I. He was instrumental in the defeat of the Spanish Armada in 1588.

Moving to the 17th century, Anne Wynter née Cox, a British royal governess, was known for her service to the children of Queen Anne. Additionally, Mary Wynter, who passed away in 1599, was a philanthropic figure known for her charitable works in Gloucester.

In more recent historical contexts, Thomas Wynter, who served as a British politician in the early 18th century, is another example. His contributions to local legislative matters were well-documented, reflecting the ongoing prominence of the Wynter surname in various societal roles.

The Wynter surname has thus maintained a significant presence throughout English history, reflecting a rich tapestry of social, political, and cultural contributions over the centuries.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Wynter

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

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

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