How common is the Heinl surname?

There are approximately 800 people with the surname Heinl in the United States.

Are there Heinl soldiers in Civil War records?

Yes, 2 soldiers with the Heinl surname appear in Civil War records.

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Q: What does the surname Heinl mean?

The surname Heinl means "Diminutive form related to Heinrich or a small homestead.". It is of German origin.

Patronymic

Meaning

Diminutive form related to Heinrich or a small homestead.

Etymology

Likely derived from Heinrich with a diminutive suffix '-l', common in Bavarian German. Alternatively, it may derive from 'Heinle,' a small settlement name.

About the Heinl Surname

A diminutive patronymic surname common in Bavarian communities. The '-l' suffix is characteristic of South German naming conventions.

Distribution & Frequency

Estimated 800 bearers in the United States #3,873 most common surname

Rare Common

Primarily found in Bavaria and surrounding Alpine regions of Germany and Austria.

Heinl Surname Distribution

Geographic distribution based on Civil War military records.

Fewer

People with the Heinl Surname

Robert D. Heinl

Newspaper Correspondent

Quick Facts

Origin: German
Classification: Patronymic
Earliest Record: Medieval Bavarian records, 13th-14th century
Estimated Bearers: 800

War Records

2 soldiers with the Heinl surname found in Civil War records.

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