What does the surname Kraeger mean?

The surname Kraeger means "One who deals in wares or a merchant.". It is of German origin.

How common is the Kraeger surname?

There are approximately 3,500 people with the surname Kraeger in the United States.

Yes, 4 soldiers with the Kraeger surname appear in Civil War records.

Occupational

One who deals in wares or a merchant.

From German 'Kräger' or 'Kramer' meaning merchant or peddler. The surname derives from the medieval occupational designation for traders.

A German occupational surname indicating a merchant or trader. The name reflects medieval commercial activities.

Estimated 3,500 bearers in the United States #2,086 most common surname

Rare Common

Found in German-speaking regions and among German-American communities.

Geographic distribution based on Civil War military records.

Fewer

4 soldiers with the Kraeger surname found in Civil War records.

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