About Wasp
The surname Wasp is of English origin and is derived from the Middle English word "wasp," which refers to the stinging insect. As a surname, Wasp likely originated as a nickname for someone who displayed characteristics associated with a wasp, such as being quick-tempered or having a sharp wit. It may have also been used as a nickname for someone who worked with or had a connection to wasps, such as a beekeeper or someone who dealt with wasp nests.
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The surname Wasp is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Wasp based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
Ranking information for the surname Wasp is not currently available.
Here's how to represent Wasp in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Wasp using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.