How common is the Souder surname?

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

Are there Souder soldiers in Civil War records?

Yes, 132 soldiers with the Souder surname appear in Civil War records.

Souder

Q: What does the surname Souder mean?

The surname Souder means "A surname possibly derived from an occupational origin related to soldering or metalwork.". It is of German/Swiss origin.

Occupational

Meaning

A surname possibly derived from an occupational origin related to soldering or metalwork.

Etymology

The name may relate to the German word 'Löten' (to solder) or similar occupational terms, though the exact etymology is uncertain. It may also be a variant of similar German occupational surnames.

About the Souder Surname

A surname of uncertain occupational origin found primarily among German-speaking communities. The name is particularly associated with Anabaptist communities in North America.

Distribution & Frequency

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

Rare Common

Primarily found in the United States, Germany, and Switzerland, particularly among Mennonite and Amish communities.

Souder Surname Distribution

Geographic distribution based on Civil War military records.

Fewer

People with the Souder Surname

Wilmer Souder

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Quick Facts

Origin: German/Swiss
Classification: Occupational
Earliest Record: German-speaking regions, medieval period (uncertain)
Estimated Bearers: 2,000

War Records

132 soldiers with the Souder surname found in Civil War records.

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