How common is the BRYOR surname?

There are approximately 1,200 people with the surname BRYOR in the United States.

Are there BRYOR soldiers in Civil War records?

Yes, 5 soldiers with the BRYOR surname appear in Civil War records.

BRYOR

Q: What does the surname BRYOR mean?

The surname BRYOR means "A surname derived from a place name or personal name related to briar or thorny plants.". It is of English origin.

Topographic

Meaning

A surname derived from a place name or personal name related to briar or thorny plants.

Etymology

The name likely derives from 'briar' or 'brier' (thorny shrub) with a suffix indicating origin or occupation. It may have originated as a topographic surname for someone living near briar thickets.

About the BRYOR Surname

An English topographic surname likely referring to a location characterized by briar bushes or thorny vegetation. The name is relatively uncommon.

Distribution & Frequency

Estimated 1,200 bearers in the United States #3,484 most common surname

Rare Common

Found primarily in England and North America.

BRYOR Surname Distribution

Geographic distribution based on Civil War military records.

Fewer

People with the BRYOR Surname

H.d. Bryor

Quick Facts

Origin: English
Classification: Topographic
Earliest Record: Medieval period (exact date uncertain)
Estimated Bearers: 1,200

War Records

5 soldiers with the BRYOR surname found in Civil War records.

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