How common is the Dwyre surname?

There are approximately 300 people with the surname Dwyre in the United States.

Are there Dwyre soldiers in Civil War records?

Yes, 172 soldiers with the Dwyre surname appear in Civil War records.

Dwyre

Q: What does the surname Dwyre mean?

The surname Dwyre means "Possibly derived from 'dwyer' or related to water/river terminology.". It is of Irish/Scottish origin.

Other

Meaning

Possibly derived from 'dwyer' or related to water/river terminology.

Etymology

Likely a variant of Dwyer, which may derive from Irish 'dubhair' or Scottish Gaelic terms. The exact etymology remains uncertain and may relate to occupational or topographic origins.

About the Dwyre Surname

An uncommon variant spelling of Dwyer with unclear etymology. It appears sporadically in Irish and Scottish records.

Distribution & Frequency

Estimated 300 bearers in the United States #4,649 most common surname

Rare Common

Rare, found primarily in Ireland and Scotland.

Dwyre Surname Distribution

Geographic distribution based on Civil War military records.

Fewer

People with the Dwyre Surname

Dudley Dwyre

Quick Facts

Origin: Irish/Scottish
Classification: Other
Earliest Record: 17th century
Estimated Bearers: 300

War Records

172 soldiers with the Dwyre surname found in Civil War records.

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