How common is the Gildea surname?

There are approximately 2,500 people with the surname Gildea in the United States.

Are there Gildea soldiers in Civil War records?

Yes, 39 soldiers with the Gildea surname appear in Civil War records.

Gildea

Q: What does the surname Gildea mean?

The surname Gildea means "Descendant of Gille Dé, meaning 'servant of God' in Gaelic.". It is of Irish origin.

Patronymic

Meaning

Descendant of Gille Dé, meaning 'servant of God' in Gaelic.

Etymology

Derived from the Irish Gaelic 'Gille Dé' (servant of God), a common element in Irish surnames. The name reflects the religious significance and Celtic linguistic traditions of Irish naming practices.

About the Gildea Surname

An Irish surname derived from the Gaelic 'Gille Dé' meaning 'servant of God'. The name is concentrated in Irish-speaking regions and among Irish diaspora communities.

Distribution & Frequency

Estimated 2,500 bearers in the United States #2,566 most common surname

Rare Common

Found primarily in Ireland, particularly in the northwest, with diaspora communities in North America.

Gildea Surname Distribution

Geographic distribution based on Civil War military records.

Fewer

People with the Gildea Surname

James Gildea

Quick Facts

Origin: Irish
Classification: Patronymic
Earliest Record: 16th century
Estimated Bearers: 2,500

War Records

39 soldiers with the Gildea surname found in Civil War records.

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