What does the surname Hammill mean?

The surname Hammill means "Dweller at a mill on a stream or river.". It is of Scottish/English origin.

How common is the Hammill surname?

There are approximately 12,000 people with the surname Hammill in the United States.

Are there Hammill soldiers in Civil War records?

Yes, 108 soldiers with the Hammill surname appear in Civil War records.

Hammill

Topographic

Meaning

Dweller at a mill on a stream or river.

Etymology

Derived from Old English or Scottish 'ham' (home or village) combined with 'mill' (a grinding mill). The surname denotes someone living at or working at a mill in a settlement.

About the Hammill Surname

A Scottish or English topographic surname indicating residence at a mill. The name has become more widely known through modern entertainment figures.

Distribution & Frequency

Estimated 12,000 bearers in the United States #1,040 most common surname

Rare Common

Primarily Scotland and Northern England, with modern distribution across English-speaking countries.

Hammill Surname Distribution

Geographic distribution based on Civil War military records.

Fewer

People with the Hammill Surname

John Hammill

Governor

Quick Facts

Origin: Scottish/English
Classification: Topographic
Earliest Record: 14th century
Estimated Bearers: 12,000

War Records

108 soldiers with the Hammill surname found in Civil War records.

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