How common is the Walreth surname?

There are approximately 300 people with the surname Walreth in the United States.

Are there Walreth soldiers in Civil War records?

Yes, 2 soldiers with the Walreth surname appear in Civil War records.

Walreth

Q: What does the surname Walreth mean?

The surname Walreth means "A ruler or counselor associated with walls or fortifications.". It is of Germanic origin.

Occupational

Meaning

A ruler or counselor associated with walls or fortifications.

Etymology

Derived from Old High German 'wal' (wall) or 'wald' (forest) combined with 'rath' or 'rad' (counsel, advice), indicating someone who gave counsel regarding fortifications or territories. This represents a compound of authority and wisdom.

About the Walreth Surname

An occupational or descriptive surname indicating someone who provided counsel or advice, possibly regarding fortifications or territorial matters. The name is quite rare in modern records.

Distribution & Frequency

Estimated 300 bearers in the United States #4,649 most common surname

Rare Common

Rare, found sporadically in German-speaking regions.

Walreth Surname Distribution

Geographic distribution based on Civil War military records.

Fewer

People with the Walreth Surname

Russel Walreth

Quick Facts

Origin: Germanic
Classification: Occupational
Earliest Record: Medieval Germanic records, 12th-13th century
Estimated Bearers: 300

War Records

2 soldiers with the Walreth surname found in Civil War records.

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