How common is the Dulaney surname?

There are approximately 5,000 people with the surname Dulaney in the United States.

Are there Dulaney soldiers in Civil War records?

Yes, 152 soldiers with the Dulaney surname appear in Civil War records.

Dulaney

Q: What does the surname Dulaney mean?

The surname Dulaney means "Possibly from a place name or personal name element.". It is of English or Irish origin.

Other

Meaning

Possibly from a place name or personal name element.

Etymology

The etymology is uncertain; it may derive from English place names or Irish Gaelic elements. The surname appears to have colonial American origins with possible connections to English or Irish sources.

About the Dulaney Surname

An American surname of uncertain origin, possibly derived from English or Irish sources. The name appears in colonial records and has remained primarily American in distribution.

Distribution & Frequency

Estimated 5,000 bearers in the United States #1,656 most common surname

Rare Common

Primarily found in the United States, particularly in the South and Mid-Atlantic regions.

Dulaney Surname Distribution

Geographic distribution based on Civil War military records.

Fewer

People with the Dulaney Surname

Richard Dulaney

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Quick Facts

Origin: English or Irish
Classification: Other
Earliest Record: 18th century colonial America
Estimated Bearers: 5,000

War Records

152 soldiers with the Dulaney surname found in Civil War records.

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