What does the surname Weinberg mean?

The surname Weinberg means "Dweller on or owner of a vineyard hill.". It is of Germanic/Jewish origin.

How common is the Weinberg surname?

There are approximately 25,000 people with the surname Weinberg in the United States.

Are there Weinberg soldiers in Civil War records?

Yes, 35 soldiers with the Weinberg surname appear in Civil War records.

Weinberg

Topographic

Meaning

Dweller on or owner of a vineyard hill.

Etymology

Derived from Germanic 'wein' (wine) combined with 'berg' (mountain, hill). The surname indicates residence near or ownership of vineyards, common in wine-producing regions.

About the Weinberg Surname

A Germanic and Jewish surname indicating residence in vineyard regions, particularly common in wine-producing areas of Central Europe. The name has significant presence in Jewish communities globally.

Distribution & Frequency

Estimated 25,000 bearers in the United States #739 most common surname

Rare Common

Common in German-speaking countries, widespread among Jewish diaspora communities worldwide.

Weinberg Surname Distribution

Geographic distribution based on Civil War military records.

Fewer

People with the Weinberg Surname

Rosalie Weinberg

Quick Facts

Origin: Germanic/Jewish
Classification: Topographic
Earliest Record: Medieval Germanic regions, Jewish communities from 18th century
Estimated Bearers: 25,000