How common is the Jacks surname?

There are approximately 15,000 people with the surname Jacks in the United States.

Are there Jacks soldiers in Civil War records?

Yes, 143 soldiers with the Jacks surname appear in Civil War records.

The surname Jacks means "Plural form or possessive form of Jack, indicating son of Jack or multiple Jacks.". It is of English origin.

Patronymic

Plural form or possessive form of Jack, indicating son of Jack or multiple Jacks.

From the personal name Jack with the plural or possessive suffix '-s'. This represents a patronymic formation indicating descent from Jack.

An English patronymic surname derived from Jack. It represents a variation of the Jack/Jackson family name pattern.

Estimated 15,000 bearers in the United States #908 most common surname

Rare Common

Found in England and English-speaking countries.

Geographic distribution based on Civil War military records.

Fewer

143 soldiers with the Jacks surname found in Civil War records.

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