How common is the Templeton surname?

There are approximately 25,000 people with the surname Templeton in the United States.

Are there Templeton soldiers in Civil War records?

Yes, 491 soldiers with the Templeton surname appear in Civil War records.

Templeton

Q: What does the surname Templeton mean?

The surname Templeton means "A settlement or town associated with a temple or religious building.". It is of Scottish, English origin.

Topographic

Meaning

A settlement or town associated with a temple or religious building.

Etymology

Derived from the Old English 'temple' combined with 'ton' (settlement or town). The name originated from places in Scotland and England where temples or religious structures were located.

About the Templeton Surname

A Scottish and English surname derived from place names indicating settlements near temples or religious buildings. The name has been established for nearly a millennium.

Distribution & Frequency

Estimated 25,000 bearers in the United States #739 most common surname

Rare Common

Found throughout Scotland, England, and North America, particularly in areas of Scottish settlement.

Templeton Surname Distribution

Geographic distribution based on Civil War military records.

Fewer

People with the Templeton Surname

Charles A. Templeton

Governor

Quick Facts

Origin: Scottish, English
Classification: Topographic
Earliest Record: 12th century
Estimated Bearers: 25,000

War Records

491 soldiers with the Templeton surname found in Civil War records.

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