Trice

Occupational

Meaning

Possibly derived from a Middle English word meaning to haul or pull, or from a place name.

Etymology

The surname may originate from the Middle English verb 'trice,' meaning to haul or pull, suggesting an occupational origin for sailors or laborers. Alternatively, it could derive from a topographic or place-based origin.

About the Trice Surname

Trice is an uncommon English surname with possible occupational roots related to maritime or manual labor. The name has maintained a minor presence in English-speaking regions.

Distribution & Frequency

Estimated 2,500 bearers in the United States #2,566 most common surname
Rare Common

Primarily found in England and scattered throughout the United States.

Trice Surname Distribution

Geographic distribution based on Civil War military records.

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Notable Bearers

People with the Trice Surname