How common is the Hanning surname?

There are approximately 2,000 people with the surname Hanning in the United States.

Are there Hanning soldiers in Civil War records?

Yes, 63 soldiers with the Hanning surname appear in Civil War records.

Hanning

Q: What does the surname Hanning mean?

The surname Hanning means "Descendant of Hanno, or one associated with a place called Hanning.". It is of German/English origin.

Patronymic

Meaning

Descendant of Hanno, or one associated with a place called Hanning.

Etymology

Derived from the Germanic personal name Hanno with the patronymic suffix '-ing', indicating 'descendant of Hanno'. Alternatively, it may derive from a place name with the '-ing' suffix indicating a settlement.

About the Hanning Surname

A patronymic surname derived from the Germanic personal name Hanno, with the '-ing' suffix indicating descent. The surname has both German and English historical roots.

Distribution & Frequency

Estimated 2,000 bearers in the United States #2,771 most common surname

Rare Common

Found in German-speaking regions and England, with some presence in English-speaking countries.

Hanning Surname Distribution

Geographic distribution based on Civil War military records.

Fewer

People with the Hanning Surname

W.H. Hanning

Quick Facts

Origin: German/English
Classification: Patronymic
Earliest Record: German and English records, medieval period
Estimated Bearers: 2,000

War Records

63 soldiers with the Hanning surname found in Civil War records.

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