2000
#126,400
National surname rank
Recorded bearers 125
First available Census row
Per 100,000 0.05
Very Rare Last name
Yttri
A surname referring to someone living on an outlying or border farm.
According to the 2020 US Census Bureau surname tables, roughly 127 Americans carry the last name Yttri. That puts it at #148,665 in the national surname ranking, appearing at a frequency of 0.04 per 100,000 people (about 1 in 2,698,853 residents).
This page is the full Name Census profile for the Yttri surname. You will find the Census Bureau frequency data, a multi-census history view, an ancestry and ethnicity breakdown based on self-reported demographics, the name's meaning and origin where available, and answers to the most common questions people ask about this surname.
Bearers in the US
127
1 in 2,698,853
Census rank
#148,665
2020 decennial data
Per 100,000
0.0
Frequency rate
Recorded bearers
111
very rare in the US
Popularity narrative
The Census Bureau recorded 111 bearers of the surname Yttri in its 2020 decennial surname file. At a rate of 0.04 per 100,000 residents, it holds the 148665th position in the national surname ranking.
Among Census respondents with the surname Yttri, the largest self-reported group is White at 100.0%.
Origin
Meaning and origin of Yttri
The surname Yttri has its origins in Norway, specifically from the Western regions where Old Norse was predominantly spoken. The name can be traced back to the Viking Age and early Medieval periods, roughly around the 9th to 12th centuries. It is derived from an old farm name, which was a common practice in Scandinavian cultures, where families would often adopt the name of the farm or geographical feature they inhabited.
The name Yttri is likely derived from the Old Norse word "yttr" or "ytri," which means "outer" or "more outward." This could refer to the location of the farm or property relative to a central or more established area. In historical references, Yttri appears in various forms due to the nuances of Old Norse and its dialects, such as Ytrid and Ytter.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the surname Yttri is found in Norse sagas and medieval records from the 13th century, which were later documented in the Icelandic sagas. A prominent individual bearing this surname during the 14th century was Guttorm Yttri, a noted landowner whose contributions to the local community are recorded in regional administrative documents. He is believed to have been born around 1320 and passed away around 1385.
Another historical figure of note is Katrine Yttri, born in the early 1600s. She was known for her philanthropic efforts in the small communities of Western Norway, particularly in aiding during periods of famine. Her legacy is mentioned in church records from the period, which highlight her benevolent activities.
In the 18th century, Lars Yttri, born in 1738, became well-known as a sea captain who played a significant role in the maritime trade between Norway and the Shetland Islands. His journeys were meticulously recorded in ship logs and trading records of the time, offering a glimpse into the bustling commercial routes of the period. Lars Yttri passed away in 1791 after a remarkable career at sea.
Hans Yttri, born in 1822, made a significant impact during the mid-19th century as a pioneering farmer who introduced innovative agricultural techniques in the Sogn district of Norway. His methods were later adopted by many in the region and are documented in agricultural journals of the era. Hans Yttri's contributions to farming practices are still recognized by Norwegian historians today. He died in 1885.
Lastly, Inga Yttri, born in 1867, was a significant cultural figure in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. She was an accomplished writer and historian, focusing on preserving and documenting Norse folklore and traditions. Her published works from the early 1900s remain a vital source for scholars studying Norse mythology and local lore. Inga Yttri passed away in 1942, leaving behind a rich legacy of literary and historical contributions.
The surname Yttri, with its deep roots in Norwegian history and rich cultural heritage, remains a vivid reminder of the country's past, passed down through generations reflecting the geographical and social evolution of the region.
Demographics
Ancestry and ethnicity for Yttri
Among Census respondents with the surname Yttri, the largest self-reported group is White at 100.0%.
The bar chart below shows how Yttri bearers described their own race and ethnicity on the 2020 Census form. The Census Bureau groups responses into six broad categories: White, Black or African American, Hispanic or Latino, Asian and Pacific Islander, American Indian and Alaska Native, and Two or More Races. When a category has too few respondents for a given surname, the Bureau suppresses the figure to protect individual privacy, which is why some names show fewer than six slices.
Percentages are shown for every Census year so the breakdown stays comparable over time. When the source file also includes raw headcounts, Name Census shows those alongside the percentages in the legend.
Keep in mind that these are self-reported numbers. A person's surname does not determine their race or ethnicity, and the distribution you see here reflects the specific population who happened to carry the Yttri surname at the time of the 2020 Census, not any inherent property of the name itself.
- White100.0% · 111
Timeline
Historical Census data for Yttri
Yttri appears in 3 published Census surname files: 2000, 2010, 2020. The cards below show how the name's rank and bearer count changed across each release.
2010
#150,452
National surname rank
Recorded bearers 109
-16 bearers (-12.8%)
Per 100,000 0.04
Rank movement Down 24,052 places
2020
#148,665
National surname rank
Recorded bearers 111
+2 bearers (+1.8%)
Per 100,000 0.04
Rank movement Up 1,787 places
| Year | Rank | Count | Per 100K | Count change | Rank change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | #126,400 | 125 | 0.05 | First available Census row | First available Census row |
| 2010 | #150,452 | 109 | 0.04 | -16 bearers (-12.8%) | Down 24,052 places |
| 2020 | #148,665 | 111 | 0.04 | +2 bearers (+1.8%) | Up 1,787 places |
For 2020, the Census Bureau published race and Hispanic-origin columns as counts rather than percentages. Name Census converts those counts back into shares so the ancestry section stays comparable with the older surname files.
Year on year
2010 vs 2020 Census
How has the Yttri surname changed between Census years? The chart shows bearer count side by side, and the table compares rank, count, and frequency.
Census year comparison
20102020
| Metric | 2010 | 2020 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #150,452 | #148,665 | 1.2% |
| Count | 109 | 111 | 1.8% |
| Per 100K | 0.04 | 0.04 | -7.2% |
Between the 2010 and 2020 Census, the number of Yttri bearers went from 109 to 111 (+1.8% change). The surname moved up 1,787 positions in the national ranking, going from #150,452 to #148,665.
FAQ
Yttri surname: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. have the surname Yttri?
Name Census estimates that about 127 living Americans carry the surname Yttri. Using the current population baseline, that works out to roughly 1 in 2,698,853 residents.
How common is Yttri?
Yttri ranks #148,665 in the 2020 Census surname tables and is classified on this site as "Very Rare." The Census recorded the name at a frequency of 0.04 per 100,000 residents, which is about 0 people out of every 100,000.
How many people with this surname were counted in the Census?
The raw 2020 Census file counted 111 people with the surname Yttri. That is different from the site's living-bearer estimate (127), which projects the surname's present-day count by applying the Census frequency rate to the current U.S. population.
What does 0.04 per 100,000 actually mean?
It is the Census Bureau's normalized frequency measure. A rate of 0.04 per 100,000 means that if you picked a random group of 100,000 U.S. residents, you would expect about 0 of them to have the surname Yttri.
Has Yttri become more or less common over time?
Between 2010 and 2020, the surname Yttri went from 109 recorded bearers to 111. That is an increase of 2 (+1.8%). In the national ranking it rose from #150,452 to #148,665.
What does the Census say about the background of Yttri?
Among Census respondents with the surname Yttri, the largest self-reported group is White at 100.0%. These figures come from the 2020 Census Bureau surname tables, based on how respondents described their own race and ethnicity.
Which group reports this surname most often?
White is the largest self-reported group for the surname Yttri in the 2020 Census, accounting for 100.0% (111 people in the source table).
What is the full ancestry breakdown?
Yttri appears across multiple self-reported groups in the Census data. The largest shares in the 2020 file are White (100.0%). For 2020, the source file also published raw headcounts for each group, which is why this page can show both percentages and counts in the ancestry section.
Is this page using the latest Census data?
Yes. This page is using the latest surname file currently loaded on Name Census, which is 2020. The historical section above also keeps any older Census surname entries we have for Yttri (2000, 2010, 2020).
Does the Census include every surname?
No. The Census Bureau only publishes surnames that appeared at least 100 times in a given decennial Census. That means very rare surnames are excluded entirely, and a surname can appear in one Census release but disappear from a later one if it falls below the reporting threshold.
Why don't the ancestry percentages always add up to exactly 100%?
There are two main reasons: rounding and suppression. The Census Bureau rounds published values, and it may suppress very small cells to protect privacy. For 2020, the Bureau also published raw group counts rather than direct percentages, so Name Census converts those counts back into shares for comparability across census years.
What does Yttri mean?
A surname referring to someone living on an outlying or border farm. The fuller origin note on this page goes into more detail.
Where does the surname data come from?
All surname statistics on Name Census are drawn from the US Census Bureau's decennial surname frequency tables. These files list every surname that appeared 100 or more times in the 2020 Census, along with a count, a per-100,000 rate, and a self-reported demographic breakdown. You can read the full explanation on our methodology page.
How does Name Census estimate living bearers?
For surnames, Name Census does not age cohorts the way it does for first names. Instead, it takes the Census Bureau's published frequency for Yttri (0.04 per 100,000) and applies that rate to the current U.S. resident population to estimate how many living Americans have the surname today.
How many people share the surname Yttri?
For a quick modern estimate, our sister site HowManyOfMe.org answers that in one glance, with the living-bearer count front and centre.