How common is the Swartzbaugh surname?

There are approximately 1,800 people with the surname Swartzbaugh in the United States.

Are there Swartzbaugh soldiers in Civil War records?

Yes, 3 soldiers with the Swartzbaugh surname appear in Civil War records.

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Q: What does the surname Swartzbaugh mean?

The surname Swartzbaugh means "A dark-complexioned person from a place associated with dark woods or streams.". It is of German/Dutch origin.

Descriptive

Meaning

A dark-complexioned person from a place associated with dark woods or streams.

Etymology

Derived from German/Dutch 'schwarz' or 'zwart' (dark) combined with 'bach' or 'baugh' (stream, creek). The surname indicates both a descriptive element and a topographic location.

About the Swartzbaugh Surname

A German-origin surname combining descriptive and topographic elements. The name is relatively uncommon and primarily found in areas of German immigration.

Distribution & Frequency

Estimated 1,800 bearers in the United States #3,168 most common surname

Rare Common

Found primarily in Pennsylvania and other areas of German settlement in North America.

Swartzbaugh Surname Distribution

Geographic distribution based on Civil War military records.

Fewer

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Quick Facts

Origin: German/Dutch
Classification: Descriptive
Earliest Record: 18th century, German-speaking regions
Estimated Bearers: 1,800

War Records

3 soldiers with the Swartzbaugh surname found in Civil War records.

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