How common is the Brough surname?

There are approximately 8,500 people with the surname Brough in the United States.

Are there Brough soldiers in Civil War records?

Yes, 98 soldiers with the Brough surname appear in Civil War records.

Brough

Q: What does the surname Brough mean?

The surname Brough means "Derived from Old Norse 'borg' meaning fortified settlement or stronghold.". It is of English/Scandinavian origin.

Topographic

Meaning

Derived from Old Norse 'borg' meaning fortified settlement or stronghold.

Etymology

The surname comes from the Old Norse word 'borg,' which was adopted into English in areas of Scandinavian settlement, particularly in northern England. It refers to a fortified place or borough.

About the Brough Surname

A topographic surname referring to a fortified settlement, derived from Scandinavian influence in northern England. The name reflects the linguistic legacy of Viking settlement in Britain.

Distribution & Frequency

Estimated 8,500 bearers in the United States #1,214 most common surname

Rare Common

Concentrated in northern England, particularly in areas with Viking settlement history.

Brough Surname Distribution

Geographic distribution based on Civil War military records.

Fewer

People with the Brough Surname

B.F. Brough

Mayor

Quick Facts

Origin: English/Scandinavian
Classification: Topographic
Earliest Record: 12th century (Northern England)
Estimated Bearers: 8,500

War Records

98 soldiers with the Brough surname found in Civil War records.

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