About Yost
The surname Yost is of German origin and is derived from the personal name Jodocus, which itself is a Latinized form of the Breton name Judoc. The name Judoc was popularized by a 7th-century Breton saint, and it eventually spread to Germany. Over time, the name Jodocus evolved into various forms, including Yost. Therefore, the meaning of the surname Yost is "son of Jodocus" or "descendant of Jodocus."
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The surname Yost is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Yost based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
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Here's how to represent Yost in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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