How common is the Hinkle surname?

There are approximately 8,000 people with the surname Hinkle in the United States.

Are there Hinkle soldiers in Civil War records?

Yes, 602 soldiers with the Hinkle surname appear in Civil War records.

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Q: What does the surname Hinkle mean?

The surname Hinkle means "A person named Hinkel or a diminutive form relating to a hinge or corner.". It is of German origin.

Patronymic

Meaning

A person named Hinkel or a diminutive form relating to a hinge or corner.

Etymology

Derived from a Germanic personal name 'Hinkel' or possibly from 'hink' (hinge, corner) with the diminutive suffix '-le'. The surname reflects German naming traditions with diminutive forms.

About the Hinkle Surname

A German surname derived from a personal name or topographic element with a diminutive suffix, reflecting Germanic naming conventions. The name became established in America through German immigration, particularly in Pennsylvania.

Distribution & Frequency

Estimated 8,000 bearers in the United States #1,263 most common surname

Rare Common

Found in German-speaking regions and among German immigrant communities in the United States, particularly in Pennsylvania.

Hinkle Surname Distribution

Geographic distribution based on Civil War military records.

Fewer

People with the Hinkle Surname

J. Hinkle

Quick Facts

Origin: German
Classification: Patronymic
Earliest Record: Medieval period
Estimated Bearers: 8,000

War Records

602 soldiers with the Hinkle surname found in Civil War records.

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