How common is the Stager surname?

There are approximately 800 people with the surname Stager in the United States.

Are there Stager soldiers in Civil War records?

Yes, 61 soldiers with the Stager surname appear in Civil War records.

Stager

Q: What does the surname Stager mean?

The surname Stager means "One who stages or arranges; possibly an actor or someone involved in theatrical productions.". It is of English or German origin.

Occupational

Meaning

One who stages or arranges; possibly an actor or someone involved in theatrical productions.

Etymology

Derived from the word 'stage' combined with the occupational suffix '-er' or German '-er'. The name may indicate someone involved in staging events or theatrical work.

About the Stager Surname

An occupational surname indicating someone involved in staging or theatrical production. The name reflects medieval and early modern occupational naming conventions.

Distribution & Frequency

Estimated 800 bearers in the United States #3,873 most common surname

Rare Common

Found in English-speaking and German-speaking regions.

Stager Surname Distribution

Geographic distribution based on Civil War military records.

Fewer

People with the Stager Surname

Anson Stager

1825–1885 Railroad executive New York

Quick Facts

Origin: English or German
Classification: Occupational
Earliest Record: Medieval or Early Modern period
Estimated Bearers: 800

War Records

61 soldiers with the Stager surname found in Civil War records.

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