How common is the Gilpin surname?

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

Are there Gilpin soldiers in Civil War records?

Yes, 194 soldiers with the Gilpin surname appear in Civil War records.

Gilpin

Q: What does the surname Gilpin mean?

The surname Gilpin means "A surname derived from a place name or personal name in northern England.". It is of English origin.

Topographic

Meaning

A surname derived from a place name or personal name in northern England.

Etymology

Possibly derived from Old English elements meaning 'ravine' or 'valley' combined with a personal name element. The name appears in records from medieval Northumberland and Cumberland regions.

About the Gilpin Surname

An English surname with roots in northern England, likely referring to a geographical feature or settlement. The name has maintained relatively stable distribution patterns since medieval times.

Distribution & Frequency

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

Rare Common

Primarily found in England, particularly in northern regions, with modern distribution across English-speaking countries.

Gilpin Surname Distribution

Geographic distribution based on Civil War military records.

Fewer

People with the Gilpin Surname

William Gilpin

1813–1894 Explorer, Politician, Governor Brandywine, Delaware

Quick Facts

Origin: English
Classification: Topographic
Earliest Record: 13th century
Estimated Bearers: 8,000

War Records

194 soldiers with the Gilpin surname found in Civil War records.

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