UK surname
An occupational surname originating from Middle High German referring to one who worked as a roaster or baker.
In the 1881 census there were 30 people recorded with the Hast surname, ranking it #29,363 among surnames in the records. By 2016, the modern count was 21, ranked #36,596, down from #29,363 in 1881.
The strongest historical links point to London parishes, St Pancras and Arlecdon. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include No data.
Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Hast is 174 in 1861. Compared with 1881, the name has fallen by 30.0%.
1881 census count
30
Ranked #29,363
Modern count
21
2016, ranked #36,596
Peak year
1861
174 bearers
Map years
3
1851 to 1891
Key insights
Map
Back to topThe map shows where the Hast surname is concentrated in each census or modern distribution year. Darker areas mean a stronger local concentration.
Distribution map
Hast surname density by area, 1891 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 | 113 | #15,815 |
| 1861 | historical | 174 | #13,483 |
| 1881 | historical | 30 | #29,363 |
| 1891 | historical | 139 | #19,311 |
| 1901 | historical | 60 | #27,502 |
| 1911 | historical | 90 | #23,797 |
| 1997 | modern | 4 | #38,094 |
| 1998 | modern | 5 | #37,861 |
| 1999 | modern | 7 | #37,513 |
| 2000 | modern | 10 | #37,001 |
| 2001 | modern | 8 | #37,124 |
| 2002 | modern | 11 | #36,780 |
| 2003 | modern | 11 | #36,842 |
| 2004 | modern | 12 | #36,835 |
| 2005 | modern | 10 | #37,180 |
| 2006 | modern | 9 | #37,345 |
| 2007 | modern | 12 | #37,095 |
| 2008 | modern | 12 | #37,143 |
| 2009 | modern | 12 | #37,230 |
| 2010 | modern | 12 | #37,307 |
| 2011 | modern | 14 | #37,115 |
| 2012 | modern | 17 | #36,811 |
| 2013 | modern | 16 | #36,955 |
| 2014 | modern | 17 | #36,888 |
| 2015 | modern | 19 | #36,736 |
| 2016 | modern | 21 | #36,596 |
Geography
Back to topHistorical parish links are strongest around London parishes, St Pancras, Arlecdon, Harwich St Nicholas and St Mary Northgate, St John's Hospital. 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 | London parishes | London 3 |
| 2 | St Pancras | London (North Districts) |
| 3 | Arlecdon | Cumberland |
| 4 | Harwich St Nicholas | Essex |
| 5 | St Mary Northgate, St John's Hospital | Kent |
| Rank | Area | District |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | No data | No data |
Forenames
Back to topThese lists show first names that appear often with the Hast 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 Hast, 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 Hast surname is most associated with neighbourhoods classed as No data, within No data. This does not mean every Hast 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, Hast 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 Hast is most associated with a typical fixed broadband download band of No data.
Area snapshot
This describes the area pattern most associated with Hast, not the ethnicity of every person with the surname.
Origin
Back to topThe surname Hast is believed to have originated in Germany, where it first appeared during the Middle Ages. It is thought to be derived from the Old German word "haste," which means "haste" or "hurry." This suggests that the name may have been initially given as a nickname to someone who was known for their quick or hasty nature.
One of the earliest known references to the name Hast can be found in the Codex Traditionum Westfalicarum, a collection of medieval documents from the region of Westphalia, Germany. This codex, compiled in the 13th century, includes several mentions of individuals with the surname Hast, indicating that the name was already well-established in the area by that time.
In the 14th century, the name Hast appeared in various records across Germany, including the Deutsches Städtebuch, a compendium of information about German cities and towns. This suggests that the name had spread beyond its initial origins and was becoming more widespread throughout the region.
One notable bearer of the Hast surname was Johann Hast, a German theologian and Protestant reformer who lived from 1492 to 1549. He was a close associate of Martin Luther and played a significant role in the spread of the Reformation throughout Germany.
Another historical figure with the Hast surname was Johann Friedrich Hast, a German composer and organist who lived from 1700 to 1765. He was known for his contributions to the development of the North German organ tradition and was highly regarded during his lifetime.
In the 19th century, the Hast surname gained prominence in the literary world with the German poet and writer Friedrich Hast, who was born in 1829 and died in 1905. He was a member of the Göttingen circle of poets and is remembered for his lyrical works celebrating nature and the German countryside.
The name Hast can also be found in various place names throughout Germany, such as Hastdorf and Hastenbeck, which may have influenced the spelling and pronunciation of the surname in different regions.
It is worth noting that while the surname Hast is predominantly associated with Germany, it has also been recorded in other parts of Europe, albeit to a lesser extent. This suggests that individuals bearing this name may have migrated or been part of broader population movements throughout the centuries.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
1881 census detail
Back to topThese tables use 1881 census entries for people recorded with the Hast 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. Surrey leads with 9 Hasts recorded in 1881 and an index of 6.32x.
| County | Total | Index |
|---|---|---|
| Surrey | 9 | 6.32x |
| Warwickshire | 7 | 9.49x |
| Kent | 6 | 6.01x |
| Monmouthshire | 2 | 9.46x |
| Suffolk | 2 | 5.61x |
| Cumberland | 1 | 3.97x |
| Devon | 1 | 1.64x |
| Middlesex | 1 | 0.34x |
| Sussex | 1 | 2.03x |
Districts give a more local view than counties. Total shows raw records, while frequency and index show local concentration. Birmingham in Warwickshire leads with 7 Hasts recorded in 1881 and an index of 28.48x.
| Place | Total | Index |
|---|---|---|
| Birmingham | 7 | 28.48x |
| Battersea | 6 | 55.76x |
| St Margarets At Cliffe | 4 | 6666.67x |
| Aldeburgh | 2 | 952.38x |
| Deptford St Paul | 2 | 25.97x |
| Kew | 2 | 2500.00x |
| Trevethin | 2 | 100.00x |
| Arlecdon | 1 | 149.25x |
| Broadwater | 1 | 88.50x |
| Lambeth | 1 | 3.92x |
| Plymouth St Andrew | 1 | 21.32x |
| St Giles In Fields London | 1 | 69.93x |
These are the female first names most often recorded with the Hast 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 Hast surname in 1881. Names are not merged, so initials, variant spellings and transcription quirks can appear as separate rows.
FAQ
In 1881, 30 people were recorded with the Hast surname. That placed it at #29,363 in the surname rankings for that year.
The latest modern count shown here is 21 in 2016. That gives Hast a modern rank of #36,596.
An occupational surname originating from Middle High German referring to one who worked as a roaster or baker.
The map shows local surname concentration for the selected year. Darker areas have a stronger concentration of Hast 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.