How common is the Gadsen surname?

There are approximately 3,400 people with the surname Gadsen in the United States.

Are there Gadsen soldiers in Civil War records?

Yes, 2 soldiers with the Gadsen surname appear in Civil War records.

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Q: What does the surname Gadsen mean?

The surname Gadsen means "Resident of Gaddesden, an English place name in Hertfordshire.". It is of English origin.

Topographic

Meaning

Resident of Gaddesden, an English place name in Hertfordshire.

Etymology

The surname derives from the English place name Gaddesden in Hertfordshire, with the suffix '-en' indicating origin from that location. Place-based surnames were common in medieval England.

About the Gadsen Surname

An English topographic surname derived from a specific place name in Hertfordshire. The name has spread to North America through colonial settlement and immigration.

Distribution & Frequency

Estimated 3,400 bearers in the United States #2,215 most common surname

Rare Common

Primarily England, particularly in the Midlands and southeastern regions, with secondary populations in North America.

Gadsen Surname Distribution

Geographic distribution based on Civil War military records.

Fewer

People with the Gadsen Surname

Philip Gadsen

Chairman

Quick Facts

Origin: English
Classification: Topographic
Earliest Record: 13th century England
Estimated Bearers: 3,400

War Records

2 soldiers with the Gadsen surname found in Civil War records.

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