The surname Young has several origins. In some cases – particularly in England, Northern Ireland, and Scotland – the surname is derived from the

Middle English Middle English (abbreviated to ME) is a form of the English language that was spoken after the Norman conquest of 1066, until the late 15th century. The English language underwent distinct variations and developments following the Old Englis ...

''yunge'', ''yonge'' ("young"); this particular surname usually originated to distinguish a younger son. In other cases, the surname is an

anglicisation Anglicisation is the process by which a place or person becomes influenced by English culture or British culture, or a process of cultural and/or linguistic change in which something non-English becomes English. It can also refer to the influe ...

of any number of like-sounding, or

cognate In historical linguistics, cognates or lexical cognates are sets of words in different languages that have been inherited in direct descent from an etymological ancestor in a common parent language. Because language change can have radical ef ...

surnames in other languages. For example: the

German German(s) may refer to: * Germany (of or related to) **Germania (historical use) * Germans, citizens of Germany, people of German ancestry, or native speakers of the German language ** For citizens of Germany, see also German nationality law **Ge ...

''Jung'' and ''Junk''; the Dutch ''Jong''; in

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, ''Ljung''; and the

French French (french: français(e), link=no) may refer to: * Something of, from, or related to France ** French language, which originated in France, and its various dialects and accents ** French people, a nation and ethnic group identified with Franc ...

''Lejeune'' and ''Lajeunesse''. The surname can also be a form of the French ''Dion'' or ''Guyon''. In yet other cases, it is a

romanization Romanization or romanisation, in linguistics, is the conversion of text from a different writing system to the Roman (Latin) script, or a system for doing so. Methods of romanization include transliteration, for representing written text, a ...

of Chinese Yang (/). Very rarely, it may be a romanization of the Korean surnames Yong () or Yeong (); however, if seen in a Korean name, it is far more likely that Young is a portion of the ''given'' name instead. There have been five baronetcies created for persons with the surname Young, one in the Baronetage of England, one in the Baronetage of Great Britain and three in the Baronetage of the United Kingdom. As of 2014 four of the creations are extant. They are Young Baronetcy. Young is the 49th-most common surname in England; 22nd in Scotland and 11th in New Zealand.Young Surname at Forebears
/ref> Notable people with this surname include:

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Ace Young Brett "Ace" Young (born November 15, 1980) is an American singer, songwriter, and actor. He gained national recognition while appearing on the fifth season of ''American Idol''. Young is married to ''American Idol'' season-three runner-up Diana ...

(born 1980), singer and ''American Idol'' (Season 5) finalist from Colorado, United States * Adam Young (disambiguation), several people * Adrian Young (born 1969), American member of the band No Doubt * Adrian Young (American football) (born 1946), American football player * Adrian Young (footballer) (1943–2020), Australian rules footballer *

Adrienne Young Adrienne Adeana Young is an American Charlottesville, Virginia-based singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist. She is founder and operator of AddieBelle Music which produces her recordings. History A native of Tallahassee, Florida, in f ...

, singer-songwriter from Nashville, Tennessee, United States * Al Young (disambiguation), several people * Alan Young (disambiguation), several people * Sir Alban Young, 9th Baronet (1865–1944), British envoy to Central America and to Balkan countries * Aleana Young, Canadian politician * Alex Young (disambiguation), several people * Alexander Young (disambiguation), several people * Alfred Young (disambiguation), several people * Allen Young (1827–1915), English master mariner and explorer * Allyn Abbott Young (1876–1929), American economist *

Alse Young Alse Young (1615 – 26 May 1647) of Windsor, Connecticut — sometimes Achsah Young or Alice Young — was the first recorded instance of execution for witchcraft in the thirteen American colonies. She had one child, Alice Beamon (Young), b ...

(died 1647), American alleged witch * Alton Milford Young (1884–1950), American leader of the Ku Klux Klan *

Alvin Young Alvin Jerome Young (born November 12, 1975) is an American professional basketball player. Early life Young was raised in Brooklyn, New York, where he attended Bishop Loughlin Memorial High School. He learned to play basketball at the church whe ...

(born 1975), American expatriate professional basketball player * Amanda Young, fictional character in the ''Saw'' film series * Amita Marie Young (born 1980), Thai singer and actress * Ammi B. Young (1798–1874), American architect *

Dr. Dre Andre Romelle Young (born February 18, 1965), known professionally as Dr. Dre, is an American rapper and record producer. He is the founder and CEO of Aftermath Entertainment and Beats Electronics, and previously co-founded, co-owned, and w ...

(born Andre Young in 1965), American rapper/hip-hop producer * Andre Young (American football) (born 1953), football player * Andre Young (basketball) (born 1990), American basketball player * Andrew Young (disambiguation), several people *

Angus Young Angus McKinnon Young (born 31 March 1955) is an Australian musician, best known as the co-founder, lead guitarist, songwriter, and only remaining original member of the hard rock band AC/DC. He is known for his energetic performances, schoolbo ...

(born 1955), lead guitarist of the Australian band AC/DC * Anna Irwin Young (1873–1920), American mathematician * Annabel Young (born 1956), New Zealand politician * Anne Sewell Young (1871–1961), American astronomer and professor * Anthony Young (disambiguation), several people * Archie Young (1906–1980), Scottish footballer *

Aretas William Young Colonel Sir Aretas William Young (31 March 1777 – 1 December 1835) was a British Army officer and colonial administrator of the early nineteenth century. After extensive military service in the Peninsular War and elsewhere, Young held a range ...

(1778–1835), British Army officer and colonial administrator of the early nineteenth century * Arthur Young (disambiguation), several people * Ashley Young (born 1985), English football player * Audrey Young (1922–2012), American actress * Austin Young (born 1966), American artist/photographer * Avery Young (born 1992), American football player

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* Barbara Young (disambiguation), several people *

Barbara Young, Baroness Young of Old Scone Barbara Scott Young, Baroness Young of Old Scone, (born 8 April 1948) is a Scottish Labour member of the House of Lords. She was created a life peer on 4 November 1997 as Baroness Young of Old Scone, of Old Scone in Perth and Kinross. Baron ...

(born 1948), British politician * Bellamy Young (born 1970), American television actress and singer * Bert Young (Herbert Young, 1899–1976), English footballer * Bill Young (born 1930), Florida congressman * Bill Young (New Zealand politician) (1913–2009), New Zealand politician *

Bob Young (businessman) Robert Young is a serial entrepreneur who is best known for founding Red Hat Inc., the open source software company. He owns the franchises for Forge FC of the Canadian Premier League as well as the Hamilton Tiger-Cats of the Canadian Football L ...

, Canadian CEO of Red Hat * Brad Young (disambiguation), several people * Brian Young (drummer), American member of Fountains of Wayne *

Brigham Young Brigham Young (; June 1, 1801August 29, 1877) was an American religious leader and politician. He was the second president of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS Church), from 1847 until his death in 1877. During his time as chu ...

(1801–1877), American second President of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints *

Brigham Young Jr. Brigham Young Jr. (December 18, 1836 – April 11, 1903) served as president of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS Church) from 1899 until his death. His tenure was interrupted for one w ...

(1836–1903), son of the above, American missionary and church leader * Britney Young, American actress * Bryan Young (disambiguation), several people * Bryant Young (born 1972), American football player *

Bryce Young Bryce Christopher Young (born July 25, 2001) is an American football quarterback for the Alabama Crimson Tide. He holds the record for most passing yards in a single game by an Alabama quarterback (559) and was the recipient of the 2021 Heisman ...

(born 2001), American football player *

Buddy Young Claude Henry K. "Buddy" Young (January 5, 1926 – September 5, 1983) was an American football player and track and field athlete. A native of Chicago, he was Illinois state champ in the 100-yard dash. The 5'4" Young, also known as the "Bronze B ...

(1926–1983), American football player *

Burt Young Gerald Tommaso DeLouise (born April 30, 1940), known professionally as Burt Young, is an American actor, author and painter. He played Rocky Balboa's brother-in-law and best friend Paulie Pennino in the ''Rocky'' film series. He was nominated for ...

(born 1940), American actor

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* Carey Young (born 1970), British artist * Carleton Young (1905–1994), American actor * Carlson Young (born 1990), American actress * Cathy Young (born 1963), American journalist *

Charle Young Charle Edward Young (born February 5, 1951) is a former American football tight end who played for 13 seasons in the National Football League (NFL) for the Philadelphia Eagles (1973–1976), the Los Angeles Rams (1977–1979), the San Fran ...

(born 1951), American football tight end * Charles Augustus Young (1834–1908), American astronomer *

Charles Burney Young Charles Burney Young (7 July 1824 – 29 September 1904), generally referred to as C. B. Young, was a landholder, winemaker and politician in the early days of the colony of South Australia. History Young was born in England of Scottish ancestry ...

(1824–1904), South Australian pastoralist and politician * Charles E. Young (born 1931), chancellor of UCLA (1968–1997), president of the University of Florida (1999–2003) * Charley Young (born 1952), American football running back in the National Football League * Charlie Young (disambiguation), several people * Chase Young (born 1999), American football player * Chase Young (cricketer) (born 1988), South African cricket player * Chavez Young (born 1997), Bahamian professional baseball player * Chic Young (1901–1973), American cartoonist who created the popular, long-running comic strip ''Blondie'' * Chris Young (disambiguation), several people *

Christopher Young Christopher Young (born April 28, 1957) is an American composer and orchestrator of film and television scores. Many of his compositions are for horror and thriller films, including '' Hellraiser'', ''Species'', ''Urban Legend'', '' The Grudge ...

(born 1957), American film and television composer * Cliff Young (disambiguation), several people *

Clinton Young Clinton Young (born 16 February 1986) is an Australian rules football coach and former player who is currently an assistant coach with the Box Hill Hawks Football Club in the Victorian Football League. As a player, he played with the Hawthorn ...

(born 1986), Australian rules footballer *

Coleman Young Coleman Alexander Young (May 24, 1918 – November 29, 1997) was an American politician who served as mayor of Detroit, Michigan, from 1974 to 1994. Young was the first African-American mayor of Detroit. Young had emerged from the far-left ele ...

(1918–1997), former mayor of Detroit *

Colville Young Sir Colville Norbert Young (born 20 November 1932) is a Belizean politician who served as the 2nd Governor-General of Belize. He is also a patron of the Scout Association of Belize. He was appointed as the Governor-General in 1993, taking offi ...

(born 1932), Governor General of Belize * Craig Young (born 1957), Australian representative rugby league footballer * Craig Young (cricketer) (born 1990), Irish cricketer *

Craig Robert Young Craig Robert Young (born 4 October 1973) is a British actor who began his acting career at age ten, starring in the stage production of ''The Price of Coal''. By the time he was 17, he moved to London to attend the Central School of Speech and ...

(born 1976), British actor and singer * Curt Young (born 1960), Major League Baseball pitcher and the pitching coach for the Boston Red Sox *

Curtis Young Glenville High school Stats *Tackles 236 *Sacks 72 *Pass break ups 3 *Forced fumbles 3 Curtis Young (born January 8, 1987) is an American football defensive end who is currently a free agent. He has been a member of the Sacramento Mountain Lio ...

(born 1986), American football member of the National Football League * Cy Young (disambiguation), several people

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Damon Young Damon Young (born 1975 in Melbourne, Victoria) is an Australian philosopher, writer and commentator, and author of the books ''Distraction'', ''Philosophy in the Garden'' and ''How to Think About Exercise''. He is an Honorary Fellow in Phil ...

, Australian philosopher *

Daniel Young (cricketer) Daniel Robert Young (born 3 October 1990) is an English former first-class cricketer. Young was born at Newcastle upon Tyne in October 1990. He was educated in the city at the Royal Grammar School, before going up to Leeds Metropolitan Univers ...

(born 1990), English cricketer *

Danny Young (basketball) Danny Richardson Young (born July 26, 1962) is an American former professional basketball player. A 6' 3" guard who attended Wake Forest University, he played ten seasons (1984–1993; 1994–1995) in the NBA, spending time with the Seat ...

(born 1962), American basketball player *

Danny Young (actor) Danny Young (born 7 November 1986 in Essex) is an English actor. He is best known for his portrayal of Warren Baldwin on the popular long-running soap '' Coronation Street'', and for his participation in the celebrity ice skating show ''Danc ...

(born 1986), UK actor *

Danny Young (pitcher, born 1971) Daniel Bracy Young (born November 3, 1971) is a former professional baseball pitcher. He appeared in four games in Major League Baseball for the Chicago Cubs in 2000. Young was drafted by the Houston Astros in the 83rd round of the 1990 Majo ...

, American baseball player *

Danny Young (pitcher, born 1994) Daniel Alexander Young (born May 27, 1994) is an American professional baseball pitcher in the Atlanta Braves organization. He has previously played in Major League Baseball (MLB) for the Seattle Mariners. Career Amateur career Young graduat ...

, American baseball player *

Dareke Young Dareke Young (born June 4, 1999) is an American football wide receiver for the Seattle Seahawks of the National Football League (NFL). He played college football at Lenoir-Rhyne. Dareke went to Middle Creek High School in Apex, NC from 2014 ...

(born 1999), American football player * Darin Young (born 1973), American darts player * Darren Young (disambiguation), several people *

Darrel Young Darrel Young (born April 8, 1987) is a former American football fullback. He is currently the player development director for the Pittsburgh Steelers. He was signed by the Washington Redskins as an undrafted free agent as a linebacker prospect ...

(born 1987), American football fullback * Darwin Young (1924–2020), American politician * David Young (disambiguation), several people * David Young, Baron Young of Graffham (born 1932), British Conservative politician and businessman * Dean Young (disambiguation), several people * Delwyn Young (born 1982), American baseball player * Delmon Young (born 1985), baseball player *

Derek Young Derek Young (born 27 May 1980) is a Scottish ex-professional association football midfielder. Young started his career alongside his brother Darren at Aberdeen before leaving with him in 2003 to join Dunfermline Athletic. Spells at St Johnston ...

(born 1980), Scottish professional footballer * Dmitri Young (born 1973), baseball player * Donald Young (disambiguation), several people *

Don Young Donald Edwin Young (June 9, 1933 – March 18, 2022) was an American politician from the state of Alaska. At the time of his death, he was the longest-serving Republican in congressional history, having been the U.S. representative for fo ...

(1933–2022), Alaskan politician * Donald Young (baseball) (born 1945), baseball player * Donald Young (tennis) (born 1989), professional tennis player from the United States *

Doug Young (politician) Meredith Douglas Young, (born September 20, 1940 in Tracadie, New Brunswick) is a Canadian politician both provincial and federal spanning two decades. Provincial politics He was first elected to the Legislative Assembly of New Brunswick in 1978 ...

(born 1940), Canadian politician * Doug Young (ice hockey) (1908–1990), former ice hockey defenceman * Draff Young, former National Basketball Association coach

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* Earl Young (disambiguation), several people * Ed Young (illustrator) (born 1931), Chinese-born American children's illustrator *

Homer Edwin Young Homer Edwin Young (born August 11, 1936), often called simply Ed Young, is senior pastor of the megachurch Second Baptist Church of Houston, Texas. He is father to sons Ed Young, pastor of Fellowship Church in Grapevine, Texas; Ben Young, ...

(Ed Young Sr., born 1936), American pastor * Edwin Barry Young (Ed Young Jr., born 1961), American pastor *

Edward Young (disambiguation) Edward Young (1683–1765) was an English poet. Edward Young may also refer to: Business and industry * Edward Faitoute Condict Young (1835–1908), American banker * Edward Lewis Young (1862–1940), American banker *Edward Preston Young (1913– ...

, several people, including: **

Edward Young Edward Young (c. 3 July 1683 – 5 April 1765) was an English poet, best remembered for ''Night-Thoughts'', a series of philosophical writings in blank verse, reflecting his state of mind following several bereavements. It was one of the mo ...

(1683–1765), English poet * Eleanor Anne Young (1925–2007), American research scientist and educator * Emily Young (disambiguation), several people *Eric Young (born 1985), guitarist/vocalist of the Canadian rock band Still Life Still *

Eric Young Jr. Eric Orlando Young Jr. (born May 25, 1985) is an American former professional baseball second baseman and outfielder and current first base coach for the Washington Nationals of Major League Baseball (MLB). He played in MLB for the Colorado Roc ...

(born 1985), American baseball player and coach *

Eric Young Sr. Eric Orlando Young Sr. (born May 18, 1967) is an American former professional baseball second baseman and left fielder, who played in Major League Baseball (MLB) for the Los Angeles Dodgers, Colorado Rockies, Chicago Cubs, Milwaukee Brewers, ...

(born 1967), American baseball player and coach * Ernest Young (disambiguation), several people, includes Ernie Young *

Esme Young Esme Young (born 1948 or 1949) is an English fashion designer and television presenter. Since 2016, she has been a judge on the BBC reality series ''The Great British Sewing Bee''. Early life and education Young attended the Convent of the Holy ...

(born 1949), English fashion designer *Ethel Louise Young (1883–1974), better known as Mary Forbes, British-American actress *

Evelyn Young Evelyn Ebersis Young (November 17, 1915February 14, 1983) was an American film actress. At the height of her career in 1940, she appeared in 9 feature films. She was the leading female actress in ''The Wildcat of Tucson'' and '' Prairie Schoon ...

(1915–1983), American film actress * Ewing Young (1799–1841), American fur trapper and trader

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* Faron Young (1932–1996), American country music singer * Fifi Young (1914–1975), Indonesian actress *

Francis Brett Young Francis Brett Young (29 June 1884 – 28 March 1954) was an English novelist, poet, playwright, composer, doctor and soldier. Life Francis Brett Young was born in Halesowen, Worcestershire. He received his early education at Iona, a priv ...

(1884–1954), English novelist, poet, playwright, and composer * Fred Young (disambiguation), several people *

Fredd Young Frederick Kimball Young (born November 14, 1961) is an American former professional football player who was a linebacker for seven seasons in the National Football League (NFL) for the Seattle Seahawks and the Indianapolis Colts. He was sel ...

(born 1961), professional American football linebacker * Freddie Young (1902–1998), British cinematographer * Frederick Young (disambiguation), several people

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* Gale J. Young (1912–1990), American nuclear engineer *

Galen Young Leslie Galen Young (October 16, 1975 – June 5, 2021) was an American professional basketball player. He played two years of Division I college basketball for the Charlotte 49ers, where he earned first-team All-Conference USA honors in 1999. He ...

(1975–2021), American professional basketball player * Gary Young (disambiguation), several people * George Young (disambiguation), several people * Gerald Young (disambiguation), several people *

G. M. Young George Malcolm Young (29 April 1882 – 18 November 1959) was an English historian, best known for his book on Victorian times in Britain, ''Portrait of an Age'' (1936). After a short time as an academic and a career as a civil servant lasting ...

(1882–1959), British historian * Gig Young (1913–1978), American actor *

Gordon Young (artist) Gordon Young is a British artist specialising in public art, often including typographical elements. His ''Comedy Carpet'' on Blackpool Promenade (2011), at 2,200m2, has been said to be the largest piece of public art in Britain. He was born ...

(active 1992–), British artist *

Grace Chisholm Young Grace Chisholm Young (née Chisholm, 15 March 1868 – 29 March 1944) was an English mathematician. She was educated at Girton College, Cambridge, England and continued her studies at Göttingen University in Germany, where in 1895 she receive ...

(1868–1944), British mathematician * Graham Young (1947–1990), British serial killer *

Greg Young (disambiguation) Greg Young may refer to: * Greg Young (footballer) (born 1983), English footballer * Greg Young (basketball), American basketball coach * Greg Young (planner), Australian urban planner {{hndis, Young, Greg ...

, several people * Gruffydd Young (1370–1435), cleric and a close supporter of Owain Glyndwr during his Welsh rebellion

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* H. Olin Young (1850–1917), U.S. politician from Michigan * Harold Young (disambiguation), several people * Harriet Maitland Young (1838-1923), British composer * Harry Young (disambiguation), several people * Henry Young (disambiguation), several people * Herbert J. Young, American college basketball and football coach * Horace C. Young (1806–1879), New York politician *

Howard Young Howard Young How Wah (, born 30 March 1948 in Hong Kong with family roots in Xinhui, Guangdong) was a member of the Legislative Council of Hong Kong ( Functional constituencies, Tourism) and the member of Southern District Council. He is a mem ...

(born 1948), member of the Legislative Council of Hong Kong and member of Southern District Council * Howard Young Sr. (1879–1971), Indiana Supreme Court Justice

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* Irad Young (born 1971), American-Israeli soccer player *

Iris Marion Young Iris Marion Young (2 January 1949 – 1 August 2006) was an American political theorist and socialist feminist who focused on the nature of justice and social difference. She served as Professor of Political Science at the University of Chicago ...

(1949–2006), American political theorist *

Izzy Young Israel Goodman Young (March 26, 1928 – February 4, 2019), known as Izzy Young, was a noted figure in the world of folk music, both in America and Sweden. He was once the owner of the Folklore Center in Greenwich Village, New York, and from 1973 ...

(1928–2019), American folk music promoter

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* Jackie Young (1934–2019), American politician * Jackie Young (basketball) (born 1997), American women's player * Jacob Young (disambiguation), several people *

Jahmar Young Jahmar Young (born November 18, 1986) is an American professional basketball player for Hapoel Hevel Modi'in of the Israeli National League. He played college basketball for New Mexico State. Early life and college career Young attended W. E. ...

(born 1986), American basketball player in the Israeli National League * Jake Young (1968–2002), American football player * James Young (disambiguation), several people * Jane Young (disambiguation), several people * Jane Corner Young (1915-2001) American composer, music therapist and pianist * Jared Young (born 1995), Canadian baseball player * Jason Young (born 1980), Thai actor and singer * Jeff Young (born 1962), American guitarist * Jeremy Young (born 1934), British actor *

Jerome Young Jerome Young (born August 14, 1976) is an American former track and field sprinter who specialized in the 400-meter dash. He won gold medals with the United States 4 × 400-meter relay team at the 2001 World Championships in Athletics and 1997 ...

(born 1976), American sprint athlete * Jesse Colin Young (born 1941), American singer * Jim Young (disambiguation), several people * Jimmy Young (1918–1974), Northern Irish comedian and actor * Jo-Anne H. Young, American physician, scientist, and journal editor * John Young (disambiguation), several people * Johnny Young (disambiguation), several people * Joe Young (basketball) (born 1992), American basketball player * Jonathan Young (disambiguation), several people, includes Jonathon and Johnathan * Joseph Young (disambiguation), several people * Josiah T. Young (1831–1907), American politician and newspaper editor * Julia Evelyn Ditto Young (1857–1915), American novelist, poet * Juwon Young (born 1996), American football player

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* Kakani Katija Young, American bioengineer * Katherine Young (1901–2005), American centenarian, world's oldest Internet user *

Kenny Young Kenny Young (born Shalom Giskan, April 14, 1941 – April 14, 2020) was an American songwriter, musician, producer and environmental campaigner who wrote and in some cases produced hit songs for The Drifters, Ronnie Dove, Herman's Hermits, Mark ...

(1941–2020), American songwriter, artist, and producer * Kenny Young (American football) (born 1994), American football player * Keone Young (born 1947), American character actor * Kevin Young (disambiguation), several people *

Killian Young Killian Young (born 4 January 1987 in Tralee) is an Irish sportsperson. He plays Gaelic football with his local club Renard GAA, contests the County Championship with divisional side South Kerry, and was a member of the Kerry senior inter-co ...

(born 1987), Irish sportsperson *

Kirsty Young Kirsty Jackson Young (born 23 November 1968) is a Scottish television and radio presenter. From 2006 to 2018 she was the main presenter of BBC Radio 4's '' Desert Island Discs''. She presented ''Crimewatch'' on BBC One from 2008 to 2015. Ear ...

(born 1968), British television presenter * Kit Young (born 1994), British actor * Korleone Young (born 1978), American professional basketball player * Kristeen Young, American singer, songwriter and keyboardist

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* Lafayette Young (1848–1926), American newspaper reporter, editor, and Senator from Iowa *

La Monte Young La Monte Thornton Young (born October 14, 1935) is an American composer, musician, and performance artist recognized as one of the first American minimalist composers and a central figure in Fluxus and post-war avant-garde music. He is best k ...

(born 1935), American musician and composer * Landon Young (born 1997), American football player *

Lauren Young Lauren Anne Young (born November 8, 1993), simply known as Lauren Young, is a Filipino-American actress, singer, and model. She is the younger sister of actress and Miss World 2013 Megan Young. Biography Career Young was one of the 20 new t ...

(born 1993), Filipino-American actress model and singer *

Laurence Chisholm Young Laurence Chisholm Young (14 July 1905 – 24 December 2000) was a British mathematician known for his contributions to measure theory, the calculus of variations, optimal control theory, and potential theory. He was the son of William Henry ...

(1905–2000), British mathematician * Lee Thompson Young (1984–2013), American actor *

Leon Young Leon D. Young (born July 4, 1967) is a police officer and former Democratic member of the Wisconsin State Assembly, representing the 16th Assembly District from 1992 until 2018. Gaining office In 1992, his aunt, incumbent Marcia P. Coggs ( ...

(born 1967), former police officer and member of the Wisconsin State Assembly *

Lester Young Lester Willis Young (August 27, 1909 – March 15, 1959), nicknamed "Pres" or "Prez", was an American jazz tenor saxophonist and occasional clarinetist. Coming to prominence while a member of Count Basie's orchestra, Young was one of the most ...

(1909–1959), American musician *

Linda Young Linda Chambers-Young (born April 27, 1953) is an American voice actress who voices characters in Japanese anime series, usually in voice productions produced by Funimation. Her most notable roles are Frieza in ''Dragon Ball Z'' and Baba in ''Drag ...

(born 1953), American voice actress *

Logan Young Logan Young (1940–2006) was a Memphis, Tennessee businessman and a booster for the University of Alabama football program. In 2005, Young was found guilty in federal court for charges relating to his role in a scheme to pay a high school football ...

(1940–2006), American businessman * Lonnie Young (born 1963), American football player * Loretta Young (1913–2000), American actress * Luke Young (disambiguation), several people

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* Mabel Minerva Young (1872–1963), American mathematician *

Madison Young Madison Young is an American filmmaker, author, performance artist, feminist activist, and former adult film performer and award-winning erotic filmmaker. Young is a prominent figure in the feminist porn movement and is known for their work as ...

(born 1980), American pornographic actress and director * Mae Young (1923–2014), American professional wrestler and WWE Ambassador *

Mahonri Young Mahonri Mackintosh Young (August 9, 1877 – November 2, 1957) was an American social-realist sculptor and artist. During his lengthy career, he created more than 320 sculptures, 590 oil paintings, 5,500 watercolors, 2,600 prints, and thousan ...

(1877–1957), American sculptor * Mal Young (born 1957), British television producer and executive producer *

Malcolm Young Malcolm Mitchell Young (6 January 1953 – 18 November 2017) was an Australian musician who was the co-founder, rhythm guitarist, backing vocalist and songwriter of AC/DC. Except for a brief absence in 1988, he was with the band from its beginn ...

(1953–2017), Scottish-born Australian guitarist and songwriter, member of the rock band AC/DC * Margaret Young (disambiguation), several people *

Marie Grice Young Marie Grice Young (January 5, 1876 – July 27, 1959) was an American woman who survived the sinking of RMS ''Titanic''. Early life Marie Grice Young was born on January 5, 1876, the daughter of Samuel Grice Young and Margaret Brown (Wilson) Yo ...

(1876–1959), American passenger on the RMS ''Titanic'' and a piano teacher * Mark Aitchison Young (1886–1974), 21st governor of Hong Kong * Martha Strudwick Young (1862–1941), American author *

Martin Young (journalist) Martin Young (born 5 July 1947) is a television reporter and interviewer. Born in Glasgow, he attended Dulwich College and Caius College, Cambridge where he was President of the Marlowe Society and a member of Footlights. Young began his career ...

(born 1947), British television journalist *Marvin Young (born 1967), American rapper better known by his stage name

Young MC Marvin Young (born May 10, 1967), better known by his stage name Young M.C., is a British-born American rapper, singer and actor. He is best known for his 1989 hit " Bust a Move". His debut album ''Stone Cold Rhymin found international acc ...

* Marvin R. Young (1947–1968), American soldier * Megan Young (born 1990), Filipino-American actress * Melissa Ann Young, 2005 Miss USA pageant contestant * Michael Young (disambiguation), several people *

Milton Young Milton Ruben Young (December 6, 1897 – May 31, 1983) was an American politician, most notable for representing North Dakota in the United States Senate from 1945 until 1981. At the time of his retirement, he was the most senior Republican in t ...

(1897–1983), United States politician * Mitch Young (born 1961), American football player * Morris Young (entomologist) (1822–1897), Scottish entomologist * Morris A. Young, sheriff of Gadsden County, Florida from 2004

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* Naomi Young (born 1976), Australian synchronized swimmer * Nat Young (disambiguation), several people, includes Nathan Young * Ned Young (1766–1800), sailor on HMS ''Bounty'' * Nedrick Young (1914–1968), American actor and screenwriter, often blacklisted during the 1950s and 1960s *

Neil Young (disambiguation) Neil Young Neil Percival Young (born November 12, 1945) is a Canadian-American singer and songwriter. After embarking on a music career in Winnipeg in the 1960s, Young moved to Los Angeles, joining Buffalo Springfield with Stephen Stills, ...

, several people *

Neville Young Neville Garde Austen Young (11 December 1940 – 9 February 2019) was a New Zealand lawyer. He served as president of the National Party from 1986 to 1989. Early life and family Born in Christchurch on 11 December 1940, Young was educated at ...

(1940/41–2019), New Zealand lawyer, National Party president * Nicholas Young (disambiguation), several people * Nick Young (disambiguation), several people

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* Olive Young (1903–1940), American-born actress in China *

Oliver Young Commander Oliver Young (11 July 1855 – 9 October 1908) was an English Royal Navy officer and later a British politician. He was the Conservative Member of Parliament (MP) for Wokingham from 1898 to 1901. Early life and Navy Young was born ...

(1855–1908), British politician *

Otto Young Otto Young (December 20, 1844 – November 30, 1906) was a German American merchant and real estate mogul from Elberfeld, Prussia. After his father died in his youth, Young struggled to earn enough money to follow his mother to the United States. ...

(1844–1906), German American businessman *

Owen D. Young Owen D. Young (October 27, 1874July 11, 1962) was an American industrialist, businessman, lawyer and diplomat at the Second Reparations Conference (SRC) in 1929, as a member of the German Reparations International Commission. He is known for th ...

(1874–1962), American founder of RCA and diplomat; ''Time'' Man of the Year for 1929

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* Paul Young (disambiguation), several people * Patric Young (born 1992), American basketball player *

Patrick Young Patrick Young (29 August 1584 – 7 September 1652), also known as Patricius Junius, was a Scottish scholar and royal librarian to King James VI and I, and King Charles I. He was a noted Biblical and patristic scholar. Life He was born at Set ...

(1584–1652), Scottish scholar and librarian * Pegi Young (1952–2019), American singer-songwriter * Perry Deane Young (1941–2019), American journalist and writer * Peter Young (disambiguation), several people *

Phineas Young Phineas Howe Young (also found as Phinehas) (February 16, 1799 – October 10, 1879) was a prominent early convert in the Latter Day Saint movement and was later a Mormon pioneer and a missionary for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints ...

(1799–1879), American early convert in the Latter Day Saint movement *

Polly Young Polly Young (also known as Mary Young, Maria Young, Polly Barthélemon and Maria Barthélemon) (7 July 1749 – 20 September 1799) was an English soprano, composer and keyboard player. She was part of a well-known English family of musicians tha ...

(1749–1799), English soprano, composer, harpsichordist *

Polly Ann Young Polly Ann Young (October 25, 1908 – January 21, 1997) was an American actress. Biography Young was born in Denver, Colorado. Actresses Loretta Young and Sally Blane were her sisters. From 1917 to 1941, she was featured in over 40 movies, ...

(1908–1997), American actress * Priscilla Young (1925–2006), English social worker

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* R. Michael Young, politician in Indiana, United States *

Rachel Young Rachel Young may refer to: * FBI Special Agent ''Rachel Young'', main character of the 2008-2009 TV series, ''Eleventh Hour'' (U.S. TV series) * Rachel Young née Chu (''Rachel Chu Young''), a main character in ''Crazy Rich Asians'', '' China Rich ...

, several characters *

Ralph Young (disambiguation) Ralph Young may refer to: * Ralph Young (American football, born 1946), American football coach * Ralph Young (baseball) (1888–1965), American baseball player * Ralph Young (singer) Ralph Young (July 1, 1918 – August 22, 2008) was an Ameri ...

, several people * Randy Young (born 1954), American football player * Rebecca Young (flag maker), flag maker during the American Revolution * Rebecca Young (politician) (1934–2008), Wisconsin politician and legislator * Rebecca Jordan-Young (born 1963), American sociomedical scientist *

Reggie Young Reggie Grimes Young Jr. (December 12, 1936 – January 17, 2019) was an American musician who was lead guitarist in the American Sound Studio house band, The Memphis Boys, and was a leading session musician. He played on various recordings with a ...

(born 1936), lead guitarist in the American Sound Studios Band and a session musician * Richard Young (disambiguation), several people * Rik Young (born 1978), English actor and dancer * Robert Young (disambiguation), several people * Robin Young (civil servant), British civil servant * Robin Young, American television and radio personality *

Roby Young Reuven "Roby" Young ( he, רובי יאנג; born 15 May 1942) is a former Israeli international footballer, and captain of Hapoel Haifa. Biography Born on 15 May 1942 in Haifa, Israel, Roby Young was raised (alongside his older brother) by hi ...

(born 1942), Israeli association football player *

Rod Young Rod Young (born 1951) is a retired Australian journalist and news presenter, with a career spanning 45 years. Young previously presented '' Seven News Brisbane'' with Kay McGrath on weekends between 2013 and 2016, and on weeknights between 2 ...

, Australian journalist and news presenter * Roger Young (disambiguation), several people * Roland Young (1887–1953), English actor *

Rolande Maxwell Young Rolande Maxwell Young Schrade (1927–2015) was born in Washington, D.C. She was a composer, pianist, teacher, and the matriarch of a musical family with five children. After studying at Catholic University, she became a pupil of Harold Bauer at th ...

(1927-2015), American composer, pianist and educator * Ronald N. Young, American politician * Ronnie Young (1943–2019), American politician * Rory Young (1972–2021), Zambian-born Irish wildlife conservationist and anti-poaching strategist *

Rosa Young Rosa Jinsey Young (May 16, 1890 – June 30, 1971) was an African American Lutheran educator who worked primarilly in the Black Belt of Alabama. Born in Rosebud, Alabama, to Grant, an African Methodist Episcopal pastor, and Nancy Young, Rosa Young ...

(1890-1971), American educator * Ross Young (disambiguation) , several people *

Roynell Young Roynell Young (born December 1, 1957) is a former professional American football safety and cornerback who played for the Philadelphia Eagles his entire National Football League (NFL) career, from 1980 to 1988. Young was selected by the Eagles fr ...

(born 1957), professional American football safety and cornerback * Ryan Young (born 1976), American football player

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* Samuel Young (disambiguation), several people * Scott Young (disambiguation), several people * Sean Young (born 1959), American actress * Sean Young (soccer) (born 2001), Canadian soccer player *

Selvin Young Selvin Young (born October 1, 1983) is a former American football running back. He was signed by the Denver Broncos as an undrafted free agent in 2007. He played college football at Texas. Early years A three-year starter at Jersey Village High ...

(born 1983), American football running back *

Sheila Young Sheila Grace Young-Ochowicz (born October 14, 1950) is a retired American speed skater and track cyclist. She won three world titles in each of these sports, twice in the same year (in 1973 and 1976). In 1976, she also became the first American ...

(born 1950), speed skater and track cyclist from the United States *

Shelby Young Shelby Young is an American actress. She is known for her roles on ''American Horror Story'', ''Days of Our Lives'', ''The Social Network'' and the '' Star Wars'' franchise. Early life Young was born in Florida to a Jewish family. Young alway ...

(born 1992), American film, television and voice actress * Simone Young (born 1961), Australian conductor * Slater Young (born 1987), Filipino-Chinese actor and television personality *

Sophia Young Sophia Yvonne Ashley Young (born December 15, 1983) is a Vincentian / American former professional women's basketball player who played with the San Antonio Stars in the Women's National Basketball Association (WNBA). High school years Born in ...

(born 1983), Vincentian professional women's basketball player * Stephanie Young, American voice actress who works for anime series of FUNimation Entertainment * Stephen Young (disambiguation), several people * Steve Young (disambiguation), several people, includes Steven Young * Stuart Young (accountant) (1934–1986), chairman of the BBC from 1983 until 1986 * Sydney Young (chemist) (1857–1937), British chemistry professor

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Tamera Young Tamera "Ty" Young (born October 30, 1986) is a former American basketball player who is currently a free agent. After playing collegiately for James Madison University, Young was drafted by the Atlanta Dream with the 8th overall pick of the 200 ...

(born 1986), American basketball player * Terri Young (born 1959), American pediatric ophthalmologist * Thaddeus Young (born 1988), American basketball player *

Thomas Young (disambiguation) Thomas Young may refer to: Military * Thomas Young (American revolutionary) (1731–1777), member of the Sons of Liberty * Thomas James Young (1827–1869), recipient of the Victoria Cross during the Indian mutiny * Thomas Young (VC) (1895–1966 ...

, several people * Tim Young (disambiguation), several people * Tiffany Young (born Stephanie Young Hwang, 1989), American singer, member of the South Korean girl group Girls' Generation * Toby Young (born 1963), British journalist and the author * Todd Young (born 1972), U.S. Senator from Indiana * Tommy Young (born 1947), American professional wrestling referee and retired professional wrestler * Tom Young (disambiguation), several people * Tony Young (actor) (1937–2002), American actor * Trae Young (born 1998), American basketball player *

Trevon Young Trevon Antonio Young (born April 1, 1995) is an American football defensive end for the Massachusetts Pirates of the Indoor Football League (IFL). He played college football at Louisville. He has also played for the Los Angeles Rams and Cle ...

(born 1995), American football player * Trummy Young (1912–1984), American trombonist in the swing era

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Val Young Valaria Marie Young (born June 13, 1958) is an American recording artist from Detroit, Michigan, who achieved success during the 1980s. She is now based in Los Angeles. Career She was discovered by George Clinton, who hired her as a backgrou ...

(born 1958), American Urban/Dance-pop artist *

Vicki Young Vicki Young (born ) is a British journalist. She has been the deputy political editor of BBC News since October 2020. She was formerly the chief political correspondent and has contributed to BBC coverage of seven general elections. She has oc ...

, British journalist *

Victor Young Albert Victor Young (August 8, 1899– November 10, 1956)"Victor Young, Composer, Dies of Heart Attack", ''Oakland Tribune'', November 12, 1956. was an American composer, arranger, violinist and conductor. Biography Young is commonly said to ...

(1899–1956), American composer * Vince Young (born 1983), American football player * Virginia S. Young (1917–1994), American politician

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* W. J. Young (1827–1896), Irish businessman * Wallace Young, politician in Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada * Walter X. Young (1918–1942), United States Marine Corps officer and Navy Cross recipient * Wanda Young (born 1943), American singer of The Marvelettes * Wendell Young (born 1963), Canadian former professional ice hockey goaltender and manager * Whitney Young (1921–1971), American civil rights leader * William J. Young (coach), American college basketball and football coach *

Will Young William Robert Young (born 20 January 1979) is a British singer-songwriter and actor who came to prominence after winning the 2002 inaugural series of the ITV talent contest '' Pop Idol'', making him the first winner of the worldwide '' Idol ...

(born 1979), British singer *

William Henry Young William Henry Young FRS (London, 20 October 1863 – Lausanne, 7 July 1942) was an English mathematician. Young was educated at City of London School and Peterhouse, Cambridge. He worked on measure theory, Fourier series, differential calcul ...

(1863–1942), English mathematician * William Weston Young (1776–1847), British Quaker entrepreneur, artist, botanist and inventor of the firebrick

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Young baronets There have been five baronetcies created for persons with the surname Young, one in the Baronetage of England, one in the Baronetage of Great Britain and three in the Baronetage of the United Kingdom. As of 2014, four of the creations are extan ...

, baronets of the UK in the surname of Young *

Yvette Young Yvette Young is an American musician from San Jose, California. She is the front-woman for the math rock band Covet. History Young is of Chinese heritage and comes from a musical family: her father Phil is a singer, accordionist, and composer, ...

, American guitarist and front-woman of math rock band Covet

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