How common is the Hoss surname?

There are approximately 5,000 people with the surname Hoss in the United States.

Are there Hoss soldiers in Civil War records?

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

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Q: What does the surname Hoss mean?

The surname Hoss means "A horse, or a nickname for someone associated with horses.". It is of German, English origin.

Occupational|Descriptive

Meaning

A horse, or a nickname for someone associated with horses.

Etymology

From German 'Hoss' or English 'hoss' (dialectal for horse). The surname likely originated as a nickname for someone who worked with horses or as an occupational name for a stable keeper or farrier.

About the Hoss Surname

A surname with occupational or descriptive origins related to horses. The name remains relatively uncommon and may represent a dialectal or regional variant.

Distribution & Frequency

Estimated 5,000 bearers in the United States #1,656 most common surname

Rare Common

Primarily found in German-speaking regions and English-speaking countries.

Hoss Surname Distribution

Geographic distribution based on Civil War military records.

Fewer

People with the Hoss Surname

D. Hoss

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Quick Facts

Origin: German, English
Classification: Occupational|Descriptive
Earliest Record: 16th century
Estimated Bearers: 5,000

War Records

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

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