How common is the Wilby surname?

There are approximately 1,000 people with the surname Wilby in the United States.

Are there Wilby soldiers in Civil War records?

Yes, 22 soldiers with the Wilby surname appear in Civil War records.

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Q: What does the surname Wilby mean?

The surname Wilby means "A settlement or village associated with a person named Wil or Will.". It is of Old English origin.

Topographic

Meaning

A settlement or village associated with a person named Wil or Will.

Etymology

From the Old English personal name 'Wil' or 'Will' combined with 'by' (settlement or village, from Old Norse influence). The name appears in English place names, particularly in East Anglia.

About the Wilby Surname

An English surname derived from a place name combining a personal name with the settlement element 'by'. The name reflects Scandinavian influence on English place nomenclature.

Distribution & Frequency

Estimated 1,000 bearers in the United States #3,656 most common surname

Rare Common

Primarily found in England, particularly in Norfolk and surrounding East Anglian regions.

Wilby Surname Distribution

Geographic distribution based on Civil War military records.

Fewer

People with the Wilby Surname

F.B. Wilby

Major

Quick Facts

Origin: Old English
Classification: Topographic
Earliest Record: Medieval period (13th century)
Estimated Bearers: 1,000

War Records

22 soldiers with the Wilby surname found in Civil War records.

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