How common is the Riddell surname?

There are approximately 2,500 people with the surname Riddell in the United States.

Are there Riddell soldiers in Civil War records?

Yes, 114 soldiers with the Riddell surname appear in Civil War records.

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Q: What does the surname Riddell mean?

The surname Riddell means "Possibly derived from a place name or a variant of names related to 'riddle' or a topographic feature.". It is of English, Scottish origin.

Topographic

Meaning

Possibly derived from a place name or a variant of names related to 'riddle' or a topographic feature.

Etymology

May stem from Middle English 'riddle' (a sieve or a puzzle) or from a Scottish place name. The exact etymology is uncertain but likely topographic or occupational.

About the Riddell Surname

A Scottish or English surname with probable topographic or occupational origins. The name appears in Scottish genealogical records with moderate frequency.

Distribution & Frequency

Estimated 2,500 bearers in the United States #2,566 most common surname

Rare Common

Found primarily in Scotland and England, with distribution in English-speaking countries.

Riddell Surname Distribution

Geographic distribution based on Civil War military records.

Fewer

People with the Riddell Surname

Mary Riddell

Quick Facts

Origin: English, Scottish
Classification: Topographic
Earliest Record: Medieval Scottish records
Estimated Bearers: 2,500

War Records

114 soldiers with the Riddell surname found in Civil War records.

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