How common is the Wallenburg surname?

There are approximately 800 people with the surname Wallenburg in the United States.

Are there Wallenburg soldiers in Civil War records?

Yes, 1 soldiers with the Wallenburg surname appear in Civil War records.

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Q: What does the surname Wallenburg mean?

The surname Wallenburg means "A fortified settlement or castle associated with walls or ramparts.". It is of Germanic origin.

Topographic

Meaning

A fortified settlement or castle associated with walls or ramparts.

Etymology

Derived from Old High German 'wall' (wall, rampart) combined with 'burg' (fortress, city). This toponymic name indicates origin from a walled settlement or fortified town.

About the Wallenburg Surname

A topographic surname indicating origin from a walled fortress or fortified settlement. The name reflects the medieval importance of fortifications in Germanic territories.

Distribution & Frequency

Estimated 800 bearers in the United States #3,873 most common surname

Rare Common

Primarily German-speaking regions, particularly areas with historical fortifications.

Wallenburg Surname Distribution

Geographic distribution based on Civil War military records.

Fewer

People with the Wallenburg Surname

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Quick Facts

Origin: Germanic
Classification: Topographic
Earliest Record: Medieval German records, 12th-13th century
Estimated Bearers: 800

War Records

1 soldiers with the Wallenburg surname found in Civil War records.

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