UK surname
A surname of Swedish origin meaning "gust of wind" or "strong wind."
In the 1881 census there were 35 people recorded with the Gust surname, ranking it #28,715 among surnames in the records. By 2016, the modern count was 20, ranked #36,679, down from #28,715 in 1881.
The strongest historical links point to Northfield, Bedminster and Sedgley. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include No data.
Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Gust is 162 in 1861. Compared with 1881, the name has fallen by 42.9%.
1881 census count
35
Ranked #28,715
Modern count
20
2016, ranked #36,679
Peak year
1861
162 bearers
Map years
1
1861 to 1861
Key insights
Map
Back to topThe map shows where the Gust surname is concentrated in each census or modern distribution year. Darker areas mean a stronger local concentration.
Distribution map
Gust surname density by area, 1861 census.
Timeline
Back to topThe table below tracks recorded surname counts and rank from the 19th-century census years through the modern adult-register period.
| Year | Period | Count | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1851 | historical | 40 | #26,118 |
| 1861 | historical | 162 | #14,310 |
| 1881 | historical | 35 | #28,715 |
| 1891 | historical | 74 | #27,538 |
| 1901 | historical | 56 | #27,952 |
| 1911 | historical | 43 | #28,581 |
| 1997 | modern | 24 | #35,376 |
| 1998 | modern | 25 | #35,365 |
| 1999 | modern | 24 | #35,514 |
| 2000 | modern | 24 | #35,498 |
| 2001 | modern | 25 | #35,248 |
| 2002 | modern | 22 | #35,709 |
| 2003 | modern | 16 | #36,304 |
| 2004 | modern | 19 | #36,147 |
| 2005 | modern | 16 | #36,530 |
| 2006 | modern | 18 | #36,412 |
| 2007 | modern | 18 | #36,537 |
| 2008 | modern | 14 | #36,950 |
| 2009 | modern | 15 | #36,942 |
| 2010 | modern | 19 | #36,687 |
| 2011 | modern | 14 | #37,115 |
| 2012 | modern | 13 | #37,169 |
| 2013 | modern | 15 | #37,046 |
| 2014 | modern | 16 | #36,974 |
| 2015 | modern | 18 | #36,809 |
| 2016 | modern | 20 | #36,679 |
Geography
Back to topHistorical parish links are strongest around Northfield, Bedminster, Sedgley, London parishes and Radstock. These are the places where the surname stands out most clearly in the older records.
The modern local-area list points to No data. Treat these as concentration signals, not proof that every family line began there.
| Rank | Parish | Area |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Northfield | Worcestershire |
| 2 | Bedminster | Somerset |
| 3 | Sedgley | Staffordshire |
| 4 | London parishes | London 1 |
| 5 | Radstock | Somerset |
| Rank | Area | District |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | No data | No data |
Forenames
Back to topThese lists show first names that appear often with the Gust surname in historical and recent records.
Recent female names
Recent male names
Modern profile
Back to topModern surname records can be compared with neighbourhood classifications. For Gust, this points to the kinds of places where the surname is most concentrated today.
These neighbourhood labels describe areas, not individual people. They are useful because surnames often cluster through family history, migration, housing patterns and local work. A surname can be strongest in one type of neighbourhood even when people with that name live across the country.
The UK classification gives the national picture. The London classification is more specific to the capital, where housing, age profile, tenure and population mix can look quite different from the rest of the UK.
UK neighbourhood type
Supergroup
No data
Group
No data
Nationally, the Gust surname is most associated with neighbourhoods classed as No data, within No data. This does not mean every Gust household fits that profile, but it gives a useful signal about where the modern surname distribution is strongest.
London neighbourhood type
Supergroup
No data
Group
No data
Within London, Gust is most associated with areas classed as No data, part of No data. This gives the surname a London-specific profile rather than forcing the capital into the same pattern as the rest of the country.
Broadband speed
The modern neighbourhood pattern for Gust is most associated with a typical fixed broadband download band of No data.
Area snapshot
This describes the area pattern most associated with Gust, not the ethnicity of every person with the surname.
Origin
Back to topThe surname GUST has its origins in the German language and can be traced back to the early medieval period. It is believed to have derived from the Old High German word "gust," which means "gust of wind" or "blast." This name was likely given as a descriptive nickname to someone who was perceived as being particularly energetic or forceful in their actions or personality.
The earliest known references to the surname GUST can be found in various historical records from Germany, such as church registers and tax rolls, dating back to the 13th and 14th centuries. These records often list individuals with the name GUST or variations such as Guste, Guster, or Gusten.
One notable historical figure bearing the surname GUST was Hans Gust, a prominent merchant and banker who lived in Nuremberg, Germany, during the late 15th century. He played a significant role in the city's economic and political affairs and was known for his wealth and influence.
Another prominent individual with the surname GUST was Johann Gust, a German composer and organist who lived from 1717 to 1786. He was renowned for his contributions to church music and his compositions for the organ.
In the 19th century, Carl Gust (1819-1892) was a German-American architect who immigrated to the United States and designed several notable buildings in Chicago, including the Chicago Board of Trade Building and the Milwaukee County Courthouse.
The surname GUST can also be found in various place names throughout Germany, such as Gustow, a municipality in the state of Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, and Gustenfelden, a village in Bavaria. These place names likely derived from individuals bearing the surname GUST who lived in or owned land in those areas.
It is worth noting that while the surname GUST is predominantly of German origin, it has also been adopted by families in other countries, particularly in regions with significant German immigration or influence, such as parts of Eastern Europe and the United States.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
1881 census detail
Back to topThese tables use 1881 census entries for people recorded with the Gust surname. Use the location tables for concentration, then the name and occupation tables for the people behind the surname.
Total is the county count. Frequency and index adjust for local population size, so they are better concentration signals. Middlesex leads with 7 Gusts recorded in 1881 and an index of 2.57x.
| County | Total | Index |
|---|---|---|
| Middlesex | 7 | 2.57x |
| Surrey | 7 | 5.27x |
| Durham | 4 | 4.93x |
| Kent | 2 | 2.15x |
| Shropshire | 2 | 8.49x |
| Staffordshire | 2 | 2.17x |
| Cambridgeshire | 1 | 5.79x |
| Hampshire | 1 | 1.79x |
| Wiltshire | 1 | 4.14x |
| Yorkshire | 1 | 0.37x |
Districts give a more local view than counties. Total shows raw records, while frequency and index show local concentration. East Molesey in Surrey leads with 7 Gusts recorded in 1881 and an index of 2258.06x.
| Place | Total | Index |
|---|---|---|
| East Molesey | 7 | 2258.06x |
| Tottenham | 4 | 91.95x |
| Acton Burnell | 2 | 6666.67x |
| Halling | 2 | 1666.67x |
| Hedworth Monkton Jarrow | 2 | 56.82x |
| South Shields | 2 | 277.78x |
| Alton | 1 | 238.10x |
| Clerkenwell London | 1 | 15.53x |
| Devizes St James | 1 | 312.50x |
| Harborne | 1 | 33.90x |
| Holy Trinity Cambridge | 1 | 526.32x |
| Hornsey | 1 | 28.99x |
| Mile End New Town London | 1 | 185.19x |
| Rotherham | 1 | 65.79x |
| Walsall Borough | 1 | 140.85x |
These are the female first names most often recorded with the Gust surname in 1881. Names are not merged, so initials, variant spellings and transcription quirks can appear as separate rows.
These are the male first names most often recorded with the Gust surname in 1881. Names are not merged, so initials, variant spellings and transcription quirks can appear as separate rows.
Occupational titles are kept as recorded and later transcribed, so related jobs, spelling variants and mistakes stay separate. Scholar was the census term for a child in education. That means the other rows often tell you more about adult work in Gust households.
| Occupation | Count |
|---|---|
| Scholar | 3 |
| Boat Maker | 1 |
| Carman | 1 |
| Cartman | 1 |
| Coachman (Dom) | 1 |
| Domestic Servant | 1 |
| Engine Driver | 1 |
| General Labourer | 1 |
| House Painter | 1 |
| Labourer | 1 |
| Laundress | 1 |
| Painters Wife | 1 |
| Servant (Domestic) | 1 |
| Servant Dom | 1 |
| Ship Assistant (Gen) | 1 |
| Waterman | 1 |
| Wife Of Engineer | 1 |
FAQ
In 1881, 35 people were recorded with the Gust surname. That placed it at #28,715 in the surname rankings for that year.
The latest modern count shown here is 20 in 2016. That gives Gust a modern rank of #36,679.
A surname of Swedish origin meaning "gust of wind" or "strong wind."
The map shows local surname concentration for the selected year. Darker areas have a stronger concentration of Gust bearers relative to the surrounding population.
The historical counts come from census surname records. The modern counts and neighbourhood summaries come from later surname distribution records. Counts are recorded bearers in those records, not a live estimate of everyone with the name today.