What does the surname Kreps mean?

The surname Kreps means "One who catches or deals with crayfish.". It is of German/Slavic origin.

How common is the Kreps surname?

There are approximately 1,800 people with the surname Kreps in the United States.

Are there Kreps soldiers in Civil War records?

Yes, 99 soldiers with the Kreps surname appear in Civil War records.

Kreps

Occupational

Meaning

One who catches or deals with crayfish.

Etymology

Possibly derived from German 'Krebs' (crayfish) or related Slavic terms for crustaceans. The '-s' ending may indicate a patronymic or possessive form.

About the Kreps Surname

Likely an occupational surname for someone involved in fishing or selling crayfish. The name suggests origins in regions where freshwater crustaceans were commercially significant.

Distribution & Frequency

Estimated 1,800 bearers in the United States #3,168 most common surname

Rare Common

Found in German and Eastern European regions.

Kreps Surname Distribution

Geographic distribution based on Civil War military records.

Fewer

People with the Kreps Surname

Theodore Kreps

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Quick Facts

Origin: German/Slavic
Classification: Occupational
Earliest Record: 17th century
Estimated Bearers: 1,800

War Records

99 soldiers with the Kreps surname found in Civil War records.

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