What does the surname Kirchoffer mean?

The surname Kirchoffer means "One who lives near a church or church courtyard.". It is of German/Swiss origin.

How common is the Kirchoffer surname?

There are approximately 2,000 people with the surname Kirchoffer in the United States.

Are there Kirchoffer soldiers in Civil War records?

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

Kirchoffer

Topographic

Meaning

One who lives near a church or church courtyard.

Etymology

Derived from German 'Kirche' (church) and 'Hof' (court, farmstead), with '-er' indicating a person. This variant spelling reflects regional pronunciation variations.

About the Kirchoffer Surname

A variant of Kirchofer reflecting different regional spelling conventions in German-speaking areas. The surname indicates topographic origin near a church.

Distribution & Frequency

Estimated 2,000 bearers in the United States #2,771 most common surname

Rare Common

Found in Switzerland, Germany, and surrounding Alpine regions.

Kirchoffer Surname Distribution

Geographic distribution based on Civil War military records.

Fewer

People with the Kirchoffer Surname

Alfred H. Kirchoffer

Quick Facts

Origin: German/Swiss
Classification: Topographic
Earliest Record: Medieval Switzerland/Germany
Estimated Bearers: 2,000

War Records

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

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