How common is the Hornday surname?

There are approximately 500 people with the surname Hornday in the United States.

Are there Hornday soldiers in Civil War records?

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

Hornday

Q: What does the surname Hornday mean?

The surname Hornday means "A day or period associated with horns, or a corner-shaped day's journey.". It is of English origin.

Other

Meaning

A day or period associated with horns, or a corner-shaped day's journey.

Etymology

Possibly from 'horn' combined with 'day' or 'dale', though the exact etymology is uncertain. The surname may relate to a geographical feature or a historical event or custom.

About the Hornday Surname

An obscure English surname with uncertain etymology and very limited historical documentation. The name appears to be extremely rare and may be a variant or corruption of another surname.

Distribution & Frequency

Estimated 500 bearers in the United States #4,212 most common surname

Rare Common

Rare, with scattered records in England and English-speaking regions.

Hornday Surname Distribution

Geographic distribution based on Civil War military records.

Fewer

People with the Hornday Surname

Mary Hornday

President

Quick Facts

Origin: English
Classification: Other
Earliest Record: 16th century
Estimated Bearers: 500

War Records

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

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