How common is the Boren surname?

There are approximately 6,000 people with the surname Boren in the United States.

Are there Boren soldiers in Civil War records?

Yes, 236 soldiers with the Boren surname appear in Civil War records.

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Q: What does the surname Boren mean?

The surname Boren means "Possibly derived from a personal name or a topographic element, with uncertain etymology.". It is of English or Scandinavian origin.

Other

Meaning

Possibly derived from a personal name or a topographic element, with uncertain etymology.

Etymology

The name may derive from a Scandinavian personal name or an English topographic element, though the exact origin remains unclear. It could represent a shortened form of a longer surname or a regional variant.

About the Boren Surname

A surname of uncertain origin, possibly English or Scandinavian in derivation. The name appears in various forms across different regions and may represent multiple distinct family lines.

Distribution & Frequency

Estimated 6,000 bearers in the United States #1,589 most common surname

Rare Common

Found in English-speaking countries, particularly the United States, with some Scandinavian presence.

Boren Surname Distribution

Geographic distribution based on Civil War military records.

Fewer

People with the Boren Surname

Lyle H. Boren

Rep.

Quick Facts

Origin: English or Scandinavian
Classification: Other
Earliest Record: Medieval period
Estimated Bearers: 6,000

War Records

236 soldiers with the Boren surname found in Civil War records.

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