How common is the Krug surname?

There are approximately 5,000 people with the surname Krug in the United States.

Are there Krug soldiers in Civil War records?

Yes, 94 soldiers with the Krug surname appear in Civil War records.

Krug

Q: What does the surname Krug mean?

The surname Krug means "A jug, pitcher, or one who makes or sells such vessels.". It is of German origin.

Occupational

Meaning

A jug, pitcher, or one who makes or sells such vessels.

Etymology

Derived from Middle High German 'krug' meaning a jug or pitcher used for serving beverages. The surname may indicate either the object itself or an occupational connection to pottery.

About the Krug Surname

A surname derived from a common household item, likely indicating either a potter or innkeeper. The name reflects the importance of ceramic vessels in medieval domestic and commercial life.

Distribution & Frequency

Estimated 5,000 bearers in the United States #1,656 most common surname

Rare Common

Widely distributed throughout German-speaking regions and areas of German settlement.

Krug Surname Distribution

Geographic distribution based on Civil War military records.

Fewer

People with the Krug Surname

J.A. Krug

Chief Power Planning Engineer

Quick Facts

Origin: German
Classification: Occupational
Earliest Record: 15th century German records
Estimated Bearers: 5,000

War Records

94 soldiers with the Krug surname found in Civil War records.

Search war records →