Eppley

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Meaning

Possibly derived from a place name or occupational term related to apple cultivation or a similar agricultural activity.

Etymology

May derive from German 'Apfel' (apple) combined with a locational suffix, or from a place name in German-speaking regions. The exact etymology remains uncertain.

About the Eppley Surname

A surname of probable German or Swiss origin that immigrated to North America. The name remains relatively uncommon outside of specific regional areas.

Distribution & Frequency

Estimated 700 bearers in the United States #4,072 most common surname
Rare Common

Found primarily in Pennsylvania and Ohio, with roots in German immigration patterns.

Eppley Surname Distribution

Geographic distribution based on Civil War military records.

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Notable Bearers

People with the Eppley Surname