How common is the Embick surname?

There are approximately 600 people with the surname Embick in the United States.

Are there Embick soldiers in Civil War records?

Yes, 10 soldiers with the Embick surname appear in Civil War records.

Embick

Q: What does the surname Embick mean?

The surname Embick means "Possibly derived from a place name or occupational term related to a bend or curve in geography.". It is of German/Swiss origin.

Topographic

Meaning

Possibly derived from a place name or occupational term related to a bend or curve in geography.

Etymology

The etymology is uncertain but may relate to German 'Biegung' (bend) or a topographic feature. The prefix 'Em-' suggests a locational origin.

About the Embick Surname

A relatively obscure surname of probable German or Swiss origin. The name appears to have immigrated to North America in the 18th-19th centuries.

Distribution & Frequency

Estimated 600 bearers in the United States #4,093 most common surname

Rare Common

Found primarily in Pennsylvania and surrounding regions of the United States, with roots in German-speaking areas.

Embick Surname Distribution

Geographic distribution based on Civil War military records.

Fewer

People with the Embick Surname

Stanley Embick

Lieutenant General

Quick Facts

Origin: German/Swiss
Classification: Topographic
Earliest Record: 18th century
Estimated Bearers: 600

War Records

10 soldiers with the Embick surname found in Civil War records.

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