How common is the Scrugham surname?

There are approximately 1,200 people with the surname Scrugham in the United States.

Are there Scrugham soldiers in Civil War records?

Yes, 1 soldiers with the Scrugham surname appear in Civil War records.

Scrugham

Q: What does the surname Scrugham mean?

The surname Scrugham means "Possibly a place name combining 'scrug' with 'ham' (homestead), or a variant of Scruggs.". It is of English origin.

Topographic

Meaning

Possibly a place name combining 'scrug' with 'ham' (homestead), or a variant of Scruggs.

Etymology

The '-ham' suffix indicates a homestead or settlement in Old English, while 'scrug-' may relate to scrubland or a place name. The exact origin remains uncertain and may be a variant of Scruggs.

About the Scrugham Surname

An obscure English surname possibly combining a place-name element with the '-ham' suffix indicating a settlement. The rarity of this variant suggests it may be confined to specific regional family lines.

Distribution & Frequency

Estimated 1,200 bearers in the United States #3,484 most common surname

Rare Common

Rare surname found primarily in England and among English-American populations.

Scrugham Surname Distribution

Geographic distribution based on Civil War military records.

Fewer

People with the Scrugham Surname

James Scrugham

Representative

Quick Facts

Origin: English
Classification: Topographic
Earliest Record: 17th century
Estimated Bearers: 1,200

War Records

1 soldiers with the Scrugham surname found in Civil War records.

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