What does the surname Atterberry mean?

The surname Atterberry means "Dweller at or near Atterbury, an English place name.". It is of English origin.

How common is the Atterberry surname?

There are approximately 500 people with the surname Atterberry in the United States.

Are there Atterberry soldiers in Civil War records?

Yes, 47 soldiers with the Atterberry surname appear in Civil War records.

Atterberry

Topographic

Meaning

Dweller at or near Atterbury, an English place name.

Etymology

An English topographic surname derived from a place name combining Old English elements, possibly 'atter' (water or direction) with 'berry' or 'bury' (fortified settlement or manor). The original place may be located in the Midlands or South of England.

About the Atterberry Surname

An English topographic surname indicating origin from a place called Atterbury or similar. The surname is relatively uncommon and may have multiple variant spellings.

Distribution & Frequency

Estimated 500 bearers in the United States #4,212 most common surname

Rare Common

Rare; found primarily in England and North America.

Atterberry Surname Distribution

Geographic distribution based on Civil War military records.

Fewer

People with the Atterberry Surname

William W. Atterberry

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Quick Facts

Origin: English
Classification: Topographic
Earliest Record: Medieval England
Estimated Bearers: 500

War Records

47 soldiers with the Atterberry surname found in Civil War records.

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