How common is the Brantley surname?

There are approximately 15,000 people with the surname Brantley in the United States.

Are there Brantley soldiers in Civil War records?

Yes, 457 soldiers with the Brantley surname appear in Civil War records.

Brantley

Q: What does the surname Brantley mean?

The surname Brantley means "Clearing or meadow of Brant, or a place associated with the Brant family.". It is of English origin.

Topographic

Meaning

Clearing or meadow of Brant, or a place associated with the Brant family.

Etymology

Derived from the personal name Brant combined with Old English 'leah' (clearing, meadow, or woodland). The surname originates from English place names or represents a locational reference to lands held by the Brant family.

About the Brantley Surname

An English topographic surname combining a personal name with a geographical descriptor. The name became established in colonial America and remains moderately common.

Distribution & Frequency

Estimated 15,000 bearers in the United States #908 most common surname

Rare Common

Found in England and widespread in North America, with significant presence in the southern United States.

Brantley Surname Distribution

Geographic distribution based on Civil War military records.

Fewer

People with the Brantley Surname

W.G. Brantley

Honorable

Quick Facts

Origin: English
Classification: Topographic
Earliest Record: 16th century
Estimated Bearers: 15,000

War Records

457 soldiers with the Brantley surname found in Civil War records.

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