How common is the Thayor surname?

There are approximately 500 people with the surname Thayor in the United States.

Are there Thayor soldiers in Civil War records?

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

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Q: What does the surname Thayor mean?

The surname Thayor means "Possibly one who works with thatch or a variant of Thayer.". It is of English origin.

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Meaning

Possibly one who works with thatch or a variant of Thayer.

Etymology

The etymology is uncertain; it may be a variant of Thayer or Thacher, or derive from an Old English occupational or topographic element. The exact origin remains unclear.

About the Thayor Surname

An obscure English surname of uncertain origin, possibly related to thatch work or a variant of similar surnames. The name is rare and its precise etymology remains unclear.

Distribution & Frequency

Estimated 500 bearers in the United States #4,212 most common surname

Rare Common

Rare; found primarily in England and English-speaking countries with minimal documented presence.

Thayor Surname Distribution

Geographic distribution based on Civil War military records.

Fewer

People with the Thayor Surname

John A. Thayor

Honorable

Quick Facts

Origin: English
Classification: Other
Earliest Record: Medieval England
Estimated Bearers: 500

War Records

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

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