What does the surname DeLACY mean?

The surname DeLACY means "From Lacy, a place in Normandy.". It is of Norman-French origin.

How common is the DeLACY surname?

There are approximately 1,500 people with the surname DeLACY in the United States.

Are there DeLACY soldiers in Civil War records?

Yes, 56 soldiers with the DeLACY surname appear in Civil War records.

DeLACY

Topographic

Meaning

From Lacy, a place in Normandy.

Etymology

The prefix 'De' indicates Norman-French origin. 'Lacy' derives from the Norman place name Lassy or Lacy in France, brought to England by Norman conquerors.

About the DeLACY Surname

A Norman-French surname indicating origin from the place of Lacy in Normandy. The name was established in England following the Norman Conquest and represents Norman settlement patterns.

Distribution & Frequency

Estimated 1,500 bearers in the United States #3,210 most common surname

Rare Common

Found in England and among English diaspora, particularly in North America and Australia.

DeLACY Surname Distribution

Geographic distribution based on Civil War military records.

Fewer

People with the DeLACY Surname

WILLIAM DeLACY

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Quick Facts

Origin: Norman-French
Classification: Topographic
Earliest Record: Post-1066 England, Norman Conquest period
Estimated Bearers: 1,500

War Records

56 soldiers with the DeLACY surname found in Civil War records.

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