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

Yingst, 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 Yingst surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Yingst in America

Yingst is the 22592nd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Yingst surname appeared 1,137 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 Yingst.

We can also compare 2010 data for Yingst 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 Yingst

The surname Yingst is believed to have its origins in Germany. The name dates back to a period in which surnames began to be widely adopted in German-speaking regions, which was approximately in the late Middle Ages, around the 12th to 15th centuries. Specifically, it is thought to have originated in the region of the Rhineland-Palatinate, a historically significant area in the southwestern part of Germany.

The etymology of the name Yingst is somewhat obscure, but it is speculated that it may be derived from a variation of the name Junge, meaning "young" in German. Over time, Junge may have morphed phonetically into Yingst through regional dialects and linguistic shifts. Similar spellings such as Jungst and Jüngst have been noted in historical records, suggesting a possible connection.

One of the early recorded instances of a variation of the name appears in the German church records from the 16th century. These records, typically maintained by local parishes, provide an invaluable resource for genealogists and historians examining surname origins. The name appears in these records as Jüngst or Jungst, indicating its presence in Rhineland-Palatinate during this time.

A notable historical figure with the surname Yingst is Johann Heinrich Yingst, born in 1699 in the Rhineland-Palatinate. Johann emigrated to America in the early 18th century, part of a broader wave of German immigration following the devastation of the Thirty Years' War and its aftermath. He settled in Pennsylvania, where the name has persisted in various forms.

Another significant individual is Heinrich Yingst, who was born in 1753 and likewise journeyed to America. Heinrich served as a soldier during the American Revolutionary War, and his contributions are recorded in military archives. His legacy continues in the form of numerous descendants, many of whom remained prominent figures in Pennsylvania.

Anna Maria Yingst is another noteworthy figure; records indicate she was born in the mid-18th century in Germany and married into a prominent American farming family after emigrating. Her life sheds light on the challenges faced by early German immigrants adapting to new lives in colonial America.

Johannes Yingst, born in 1810, continued the family tradition of service by playing a significant role within his local community in Pennsylvania. He worked tirelessly to establish educational institutions and the local church, both of which became pillars of the community. Johannes Yingst's family records remain well-preserved, offering significant insights into the daily lives and social contributions of early German-American settlers.

Lastly, Ludwig Yingst, born in 1825, is remembered for his entrepreneurial spirit. Ludwig established a successful brewery in Pennsylvania, capitalizing on the brewing traditions brought from Germany. His brewery became renowned for its craftsmanship and significantly contributed to the local economy, establishing the Yingst name as synonymous with quality and industriousness.

The surname Yingst, although not as prevalent as some other surnames, boasts a rich historical tapestry. From its roots in the Rhineland-Palatinate, it traveled across the Atlantic, carried by individuals who left their mark on their communities.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Yingst

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

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

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