TheNameDBMuskrat
OccupationalMeaning
A surname derived from the aquatic rodent, possibly indicating a trapper or someone living near muskrat habitats.
Etymology
The word 'muskrat' combines 'musk' (from the animal's scent glands) and 'rat,' with roots in Algonquian languages. The surname likely emerged as a descriptive or occupational name in colonial North America.
About the Muskrat Surname
An extremely rare surname likely connected to fur trapping or frontier life. The name reflects the natural environment of early North American settlers.
Distribution
Rare, found primarily in North America.
Notable Bearers
Unknown