Wunsch

Wunsch Meaning & Origin

About Wunsch
The surname Wunsch is of German origin and is derived from the Middle High German word "wunsch," meaning "wish" or "desire." It is believed to have originated as a nickname for someone who was known for their strong desires or aspirations. The name may have also been given to someone who was seen as a wish-granter or a person who fulfilled the wishes of others. Over time, the surname Wunsch became hereditary and passed down through generations.

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Popularity

Surname Popularity by Ethnicity

The surname Wunsch is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:

  • Number of People with the name Wunsch: 1,598
  • Overall Popularity: Less than 0.01% (a rare surname)
  • Ranking: 17586
  • Frequency per 100k people: 0.54

Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Wunsch based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.

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Pronunciation

📇 Metaphone
ANX
ðŸ—― NYSIIS
WA
🔊 Soundex
W0520
ðŸŽĩ Syllabic Pronunciation
W AH1 N SH
🌐 IPA
/wənʃ/
🔊 Double Metaphone
('ANX', 'FNX')
ðŸˆŊ Cross-Lingual Phonetic
W520

Accessibility & Communication

How to write the name Wunsch in Braille

Here's how to represent Wunsch in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.

The name Wunsch in braille

How to sign the name Wunsch using Sign Language

The image below shows how you can spell Wunsch using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.

The name Wunsch in sign language

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