How common is the Dies surname?

There are approximately 3,000 people with the surname Dies in the United States.

Are there Dies soldiers in Civil War records?

Yes, 30 soldiers with the Dies surname appear in Civil War records.

Dies

Q: What does the surname Dies mean?

The surname Dies means "Descendant of Diedrich or one associated with the Dies family line.". It is of German, Dutch origin.

Patronymic

Meaning

Descendant of Diedrich or one associated with the Dies family line.

Etymology

Likely derived from the Germanic personal name Diedrich (composed of 'diet' meaning people and 'rich' meaning powerful). The surname may also have Dutch origins as a patronymic form.

About the Dies Surname

A patronymic surname derived from Germanic personal names common in medieval Germany and the Low Countries. The name reflects the tradition of forming surnames from paternal lineage.

Distribution & Frequency

Estimated 3,000 bearers in the United States #2,235 most common surname

Rare Common

Found in Germany and the Netherlands, with scattered presence in other European countries.

Dies Surname Distribution

Geographic distribution based on Civil War military records.

Fewer

People with the Dies Surname

Martin Dies

Representative

Quick Facts

Origin: German, Dutch
Classification: Patronymic
Earliest Record: 14th century Low German records
Estimated Bearers: 3,000

War Records

30 soldiers with the Dies surname found in Civil War records.

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