How common is the Swank surname?

There are approximately 5,500 people with the surname Swank in the United States.

Are there Swank soldiers in Civil War records?

Yes, 230 soldiers with the Swank surname appear in Civil War records.

Swank

Q: What does the surname Swank mean?

The surname Swank means "A person who is ostentatious or displays excessive pride, or possibly from a place name.". It is of English/German origin.

Descriptive

Meaning

A person who is ostentatious or displays excessive pride, or possibly from a place name.

Etymology

Possibly derived from Middle English or German words relating to swaying or bending, or from a place name. The modern English word 'swank' (to boast) may be related but the surname origin is uncertain.

About the Swank Surname

A surname of uncertain origin, possibly descriptive or topographic. The name is relatively uncommon and has gained modern recognition through entertainment figures.

Distribution & Frequency

Estimated 5,500 bearers in the United States #1,638 most common surname

Rare Common

Found in England and Germany, with some presence in North America.

Swank Surname Distribution

Geographic distribution based on Civil War military records.

Fewer

People with the Swank Surname

F.B. Swank

Honorable

Quick Facts

Origin: English/German
Classification: Descriptive
Earliest Record: Medieval period, uncertain origin
Estimated Bearers: 5,500

War Records

230 soldiers with the Swank surname found in Civil War records.

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