How common is the Waddy surname?

There are approximately 1,200 people with the surname Waddy in the United States.

Are there Waddy soldiers in Civil War records?

Yes, 79 soldiers with the Waddy surname appear in Civil War records.

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Q: What does the surname Waddy mean?

The surname Waddy means "A surname possibly derived from a place name or occupational term related to a wad or bundle.". It is of English, possibly Scottish origin.

Occupational

Meaning

A surname possibly derived from a place name or occupational term related to a wad or bundle.

Etymology

May derive from Middle English 'wadde' (wad, bundle) or from a Scottish place name. The surname could also relate to a cattle herder or someone who carried bundles.

About the Waddy Surname

Waddy is a rare English or Scottish surname with uncertain origins. It may have occupational roots or derive from a place name.

Distribution & Frequency

Estimated 1,200 bearers in the United States #3,484 most common surname

Rare Common

Found in England and Scotland, with some presence in English-speaking countries.

Waddy Surname Distribution

Geographic distribution based on Civil War military records.

Fewer

People with the Waddy Surname

John Waddy

Quick Facts

Origin: English, possibly Scottish
Classification: Occupational
Earliest Record: 16th century
Estimated Bearers: 1,200

War Records

79 soldiers with the Waddy surname found in Civil War records.

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