How common is the Oertel surname?

There are approximately 4,000 people with the surname Oertel in the United States.

Are there Oertel soldiers in Civil War records?

Yes, 24 soldiers with the Oertel surname appear in Civil War records.

Oertel

Q: What does the surname Oertel mean?

The surname Oertel means "Dweller in a small place or corner, derived from a diminutive form.". It is of German origin.

Topographic

Meaning

Dweller in a small place or corner, derived from a diminutive form.

Etymology

Derived from the German word 'Ort' meaning place or corner, combined with the diminutive suffix '-el' or '-tel'. The name indicates a topographic origin from a small settlement or location.

About the Oertel Surname

A German topographic surname derived from a diminutive form of 'Ort' meaning place. The name reflects medieval German naming conventions for small settlements or geographical features.

Distribution & Frequency

Estimated 4,000 bearers in the United States #1,979 most common surname

Rare Common

Primarily Germany and German-speaking regions.

Oertel Surname Distribution

Geographic distribution based on Civil War military records.

Fewer

People with the Oertel Surname

Robert C. Oertel

Quick Facts

Origin: German
Classification: Topographic
Earliest Record: 15th century
Estimated Bearers: 4,000

War Records

24 soldiers with the Oertel surname found in Civil War records.

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