What does the surname Koppleman mean?

The surname Koppleman means "One who deals with copper or a coppersmith.". It is of Yiddish/German origin.

How common is the Koppleman surname?

There are approximately 1,500 people with the surname Koppleman in the United States.

Are there Koppleman soldiers in Civil War records?

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

Koppleman

Occupational

Meaning

One who deals with copper or a coppersmith.

Etymology

From Yiddish 'kopl' or German 'Kupfer' meaning copper, combined with 'man' meaning man or worker. The surname indicates a craftsman working with copper.

About the Koppleman Surname

An occupational surname from Yiddish-speaking Jewish communities indicating a coppersmith or metalworker. The name reflects medieval craft specialization.

Distribution & Frequency

Estimated 1,500 bearers in the United States #3,210 most common surname

Rare Common

Primarily among Ashkenazi Jewish communities in Eastern Europe and their descendants in North America.

Koppleman Surname Distribution

Geographic distribution based on Civil War military records.

Fewer

People with the Koppleman Surname

Herman P. Koppleman

Rep.

Quick Facts

Origin: Yiddish/German
Classification: Occupational
Earliest Record: 19th century Eastern Europe
Estimated Bearers: 1,500

War Records

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

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