How common is the LILE surname?

There are approximately 2,000 people with the surname LILE in the United States.

Are there LILE soldiers in Civil War records?

Yes, 109 soldiers with the LILE surname appear in Civil War records.

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Q: What does the surname LILE mean?

The surname LILE means "Possibly derived from Old English or Scottish Gaelic elements, with uncertain etymology.". It is of English, Scottish origin.

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Meaning

Possibly derived from Old English or Scottish Gaelic elements, with uncertain etymology.

Etymology

The origin of this surname is obscure and may derive from a place name or personal name in England or Scotland. Various etymologies have been proposed but none are definitively established.

About the LILE Surname

An obscure surname with uncertain origins found in British records. The name may be related to place names or personal names but definitive etymology remains unclear.

Distribution & Frequency

Estimated 2,000 bearers in the United States #2,771 most common surname

Rare Common

Found in Scotland, England, and their diaspora communities.

LILE Surname Distribution

Geographic distribution based on Civil War military records.

Fewer

People with the LILE Surname

W.m. Lile

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Quick Facts

Origin: English, Scottish
Classification: Other
Earliest Record: Medieval Scotland and England
Estimated Bearers: 2,000

War Records

109 soldiers with the LILE surname found in Civil War records.

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