How common is the Lohman surname?

There are approximately 6,000 people with the surname Lohman in the United States.

Are there Lohman soldiers in Civil War records?

Yes, 82 soldiers with the Lohman surname appear in Civil War records.

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Q: What does the surname Lohman mean?

The surname Lohman means "A person who lives by a clearing or a person associated with loam.". It is of German/Dutch origin.

Topographic

Meaning

A person who lives by a clearing or a person associated with loam.

Etymology

Derived from the German 'Loh' (clearing or forest clearing) combined with 'man', or from 'Lehm' (loam) referring to soil composition. The name indicates a topographic or occupational origin.

About the Lohman Surname

A German or Dutch topographic surname indicating residence near a clearing or association with loam soil. The name appears in both European and American records.

Distribution & Frequency

Estimated 6,000 bearers in the United States #1,589 most common surname

Rare Common

Found in Germany, the Netherlands, and North America.

Lohman Surname Distribution

Geographic distribution based on Civil War military records.

Fewer

People with the Lohman Surname

Wilhelmine Lohman

Quick Facts

Origin: German/Dutch
Classification: Topographic
Earliest Record: Medieval period
Estimated Bearers: 6,000

War Records

82 soldiers with the Lohman surname found in Civil War records.

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