How common is the Grim surname?

There are approximately 1,500 people with the surname Grim in the United States.

Are there Grim soldiers in Civil War records?

Yes, 382 soldiers with the Grim surname appear in Civil War records.

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Q: What does the surname Grim mean?

The surname Grim means "A person who is fierce, stern, or grim in appearance or demeanor.". It is of English, German origin.

Descriptive

Meaning

A person who is fierce, stern, or grim in appearance or demeanor.

Etymology

Derived from Old English or Old German 'grim' meaning fierce, cruel, or stern. The name likely originated as a descriptive epithet for someone with a forbidding appearance or temperament.

About the Grim Surname

A descriptive surname indicating a stern or fierce character. The name is relatively rare as a standalone surname, with variants being more common.

Distribution & Frequency

Estimated 1,500 bearers in the United States #3,210 most common surname

Rare Common

Found in England and Germany, with scattered presence in other Germanic regions.

Grim Surname Distribution

Geographic distribution based on Civil War military records.

Fewer

People with the Grim Surname

John Grim

Quick Facts

Origin: English, German
Classification: Descriptive
Earliest Record: 12th century
Estimated Bearers: 1,500

War Records

382 soldiers with the Grim surname found in Civil War records.

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