How common is the Tinsley surname?

There are approximately 6,800 people with the surname Tinsley in the United States.

Are there Tinsley soldiers in Civil War records?

Yes, 520 soldiers with the Tinsley surname appear in Civil War records.

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Q: What does the surname Tinsley mean?

The surname Tinsley means "A place name referring to a clearing or meadow associated with a person named Tina or Tine.". It is of English origin.

Topographic

Meaning

A place name referring to a clearing or meadow associated with a person named Tina or Tine.

Etymology

Derived from Old English personal name elements combined with '-ley' (clearing or meadow). The first element may relate to a personal name or descriptive term.

About the Tinsley Surname

An English topographic surname derived from a place name, likely referring to a clearing or settlement. The name has moderate distribution in English-speaking countries.

Distribution & Frequency

Estimated 6,800 bearers in the United States #1,576 most common surname

Rare Common

Found in England and North America, with notable presence in the United States.

Tinsley Surname Distribution

Geographic distribution based on Civil War military records.

Fewer

People with the Tinsley Surname

W.C. Tinsley

Quick Facts

Origin: English
Classification: Topographic
Earliest Record: Medieval England
Estimated Bearers: 6,800

War Records

520 soldiers with the Tinsley surname found in Civil War records.

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