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

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

Notable Bearers

Limited documented notable bearers

People with the Eppley Surname

Geary Eppley