How common is the Friedberg surname?

There are approximately 8,000 people with the surname Friedberg in the United States.

Are there Friedberg soldiers in Civil War records?

Yes, 4 soldiers with the Friedberg surname appear in Civil War records.

Friedberg

Q: What does the surname Friedberg mean?

The surname Friedberg means "A person from Friedberg, a town in Hesse, Germany, or a topographic name meaning 'peaceful mountain.'". It is of German, Jewish origin.

Topographic

Meaning

A person from Friedberg, a town in Hesse, Germany, or a topographic name meaning 'peaceful mountain.'

Etymology

Composed of the German elements Fried (peace) and Berg (mountain). The name may also derive from the Friedberg municipality established in medieval times.

About the Friedberg Surname

This surname reflects both geographical origins from the Friedberg region and descriptive elements relating to peace and mountains. It became particularly established among Jewish families in Central Europe.

Distribution & Frequency

Estimated 8,000 bearers in the United States #1,263 most common surname

Rare Common

Common in Germany and among Jewish communities in Central Europe and Israel.

Friedberg Surname Distribution

Geographic distribution based on Civil War military records.

Fewer

People with the Friedberg Surname

Alexander Friedberg

Quick Facts

Origin: German, Jewish
Classification: Topographic
Earliest Record: 15th century
Estimated Bearers: 8,000

War Records

4 soldiers with the Friedberg surname found in Civil War records.

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