How common is the Seraphin surname?

There are approximately 2,000 people with the surname Seraphin in the United States.

Are there Seraphin soldiers in Civil War records?

Yes, 29 soldiers with the Seraphin surname appear in Civil War records.

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Q: What does the surname Seraphin mean?

The surname Seraphin means "A person named after or descended from someone called Seraphin, derived from the biblical seraphim.". It is of French-Italian origin.

Patronymic

Meaning

A person named after or descended from someone called Seraphin, derived from the biblical seraphim.

Etymology

Derived from the personal name Seraphin, which comes from Hebrew 'seraphim' (burning ones), referring to a type of angel. The name was adopted as a surname through patronymic conventions.

About the Seraphin Surname

Seraphin is a surname derived from the religious personal name Seraphin. The name reflects Christian naming traditions in Mediterranean regions.

Distribution & Frequency

Estimated 2,000 bearers in the United States #2,771 most common surname

Rare Common

Found in France, Italy, and other Mediterranean regions, with some presence in North America.

Seraphin Surname Distribution

Geographic distribution based on Civil War military records.

Fewer

People with the Seraphin Surname

Theodore A. Seraphin

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Quick Facts

Origin: French-Italian
Classification: Patronymic
Earliest Record: 16th century
Estimated Bearers: 2,000

War Records

29 soldiers with the Seraphin surname found in Civil War records.

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