How common is the Haralson surname?

There are approximately 3,000 people with the surname Haralson in the United States.

Are there Haralson soldiers in Civil War records?

Yes, 68 soldiers with the Haralson surname appear in Civil War records.

Haralson

Q: What does the surname Haralson mean?

The surname Haralson means "Son of Harold, where Harold is a Germanic name meaning 'army ruler'.". It is of English/Scandinavian origin.

Patronymic

Meaning

Son of Harold, where Harold is a Germanic name meaning 'army ruler'.

Etymology

Derived from the Germanic personal name Harold (from 'here' meaning army and 'wald' meaning ruler) with the patronymic suffix '-son'. The name reflects both English and Scandinavian naming traditions.

About the Haralson Surname

A patronymic surname derived from the Germanic personal name Harold. The surname reflects medieval naming conventions in England and Scandinavia.

Distribution & Frequency

Estimated 3,000 bearers in the United States #2,235 most common surname

Rare Common

Found in England and Scandinavian countries, with presence in North America through immigration.

Haralson Surname Distribution

Geographic distribution based on Civil War military records.

Fewer

People with the Haralson Surname

Jeremiah Haralson

Quick Facts

Origin: English/Scandinavian
Classification: Patronymic
Earliest Record: English and Scandinavian records, medieval period
Estimated Bearers: 3,000

War Records

68 soldiers with the Haralson surname found in Civil War records.

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