What does the surname Heintz mean?

The surname Heintz means "Son of Heinrich or descendant of Henry.". It is of German origin.

How common is the Heintz surname?

There are approximately 2,500 people with the surname Heintz in the United States.

Are there Heintz soldiers in Civil War records?

Yes, 111 soldiers with the Heintz surname appear in Civil War records.

Heintz

Patronymic

Meaning

Son of Heinrich or descendant of Henry.

Etymology

Derived from the Germanic personal name Heinrich with the patronymic suffix '-tz' or '-z'. This suffix variant is common in German-speaking regions, particularly in the Rhineland and Palatinate.

About the Heintz Surname

A patronymic surname derived from Heinrich, using the '-tz' suffix common in certain German dialects. The name became established as a hereditary surname during the medieval period.

Distribution & Frequency

Estimated 2,500 bearers in the United States #2,566 most common surname

Rare Common

Found throughout German-speaking regions, with notable concentrations in the Rhineland-Palatinate and surrounding areas.

Heintz Surname Distribution

Geographic distribution based on Civil War military records.

Fewer

People with the Heintz Surname

Victor Heintz

Captain

Quick Facts

Origin: German
Classification: Patronymic
Earliest Record: Medieval German records, 13th-14th century
Estimated Bearers: 2,500

War Records

111 soldiers with the Heintz surname found in Civil War records.

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