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

Yeagle, 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 Yeagle surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Yeagle in America

Yeagle is the 45495th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Yeagle surname appeared 470 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 Yeagle.

We can also compare 2010 data for Yeagle 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 Yeagle

The surname Yeagle is of German origin, tracing back to medieval times. It is believed to have originated in the regions of Bavaria or the Rhineland, areas known for their rich history and culture. The name likely derived from the Middle High German word jäger, meaning "hunter." During the Middle Ages, many surnames were occupational in nature, and as such, Yeagle likely referred to someone who hunted as a profession.

In its earliest forms, the surname appeared in various spellings, reflecting the phonetic attempts to transcribe regional dialects and variations in literacy at the time. Common early spellings include Jägel, Jegel, and Jegelmann. These variations were documented in several old manuscripts and church records from the late 14th to the early 16th centuries. Such records are invaluable for tracing the evolution of the surname as it migrated and transformed through oral traditions and written documents.

Historical references to the surname can be found in the taxable records of the Holy Roman Empire. One of the earliest documented instances of the name was in the late 15th century, when a Hans Jägel was noted as a landowner in the region of Bamberg, Germany. Church records from the same period also list a Wilhelm Jegelmann who was a notable figure in the town of Speyer, probably known for his contributions to local governance or trade.

As the descendants of people with the surname Yeagle began to move, especially during periods of European strife and migration, the name spread across various regions. By the 1700s, the name began to appear in North America, carried by German immigrants seeking better opportunities or fleeing conflicts. Jacob Yeagle, born in 1723, is an example of an early settler in Pennsylvania, contributing to the agricultural development of the area.

Another notable person bearing the surname was Johann Peter Yeagle, born in 1792, who became a prominent figure in the Lutheran Church in the early 19th century. His descendants continued to be influential within religious communities in the American Midwest.

In the early 20th century, Charles Yeagle, born in 1885, gained recognition as an inventor and industrial pioneer in Ohio. His contributions to the manufacturing sector during the industrial boom are well documented in local histories.

The surname has also seen representation in the arts. George Yeagle, an artist and illustrator born in 1904, was known for his contributions to early 20th-century American art, particularly within the realm of commercial illustration.

Throughout its history, the surname Yeagle reflects a journey from the forests and fields of medieval Germany to the diverse landscapes of the modern world. Its bearers have made notable contributions in various fields, leaving a legacy that continues to be remembered and studied by historians and genealogists alike.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Yeagle

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

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

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