How common is the Brandl surname?

There are approximately 2,500 people with the surname Brandl in the United States.

Are there Brandl soldiers in Civil War records?

Yes, 3 soldiers with the Brandl surname appear in Civil War records.

Brandl

Q: What does the surname Brandl mean?

The surname Brandl means "Descendant of Brand, a Germanic personal name meaning sword or fire.". It is of German origin.

Patronymic

Meaning

Descendant of Brand, a Germanic personal name meaning sword or fire.

Etymology

Derived from the Germanic personal name Brand combined with the diminutive suffix '-l' common in Bavarian and Austrian German. This creates a patronymic surname with a diminutive form.

About the Brandl Surname

An Austrian and Bavarian patronymic surname with diminutive formation. The name remains primarily regional to Alpine German-speaking areas.

Distribution & Frequency

Estimated 2,500 bearers in the United States #2,566 most common surname

Rare Common

Concentrated in Bavaria and Austria, with limited presence elsewhere.

Brandl Surname Distribution

Geographic distribution based on Civil War military records.

Fewer

People with the Brandl Surname

G.E. Brandl

Lieutenant Commander

Quick Facts

Origin: German
Classification: Patronymic
Earliest Record: 16th century
Estimated Bearers: 2,500

War Records

3 soldiers with the Brandl surname found in Civil War records.

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