How common is the Knipe surname?

There are approximately 700 people with the surname Knipe in the United States.

Are there Knipe soldiers in Civil War records?

Yes, 56 soldiers with the Knipe surname appear in Civil War records.

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Q: What does the surname Knipe mean?

The surname Knipe means "A small hill, knoll, or possibly a variant of a word for a sharp point or ridge.". It is of English/Scottish origin.

Topographic

Meaning

A small hill, knoll, or possibly a variant of a word for a sharp point or ridge.

Etymology

The surname may derive from Old English or Old Norse elements related to hills or pointed features, though the exact etymology is uncertain. It could be related to 'knap' (a hilltop) or similar topographic terms.

About the Knipe Surname

This surname likely has topographic origins referring to a geographical feature. The name remains relatively uncommon and is primarily found in British records.

Distribution & Frequency

Estimated 700 bearers in the United States #4,072 most common surname

Rare Common

Found primarily in Scotland and northern England.

Knipe Surname Distribution

Geographic distribution based on Civil War military records.

Fewer

People with the Knipe Surname

J. Knipe

1823–1901 Gen. Pennsylvania

Quick Facts

Origin: English/Scottish
Classification: Topographic
Earliest Record: 16th century
Estimated Bearers: 700

War Records

56 soldiers with the Knipe surname found in Civil War records.

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