How common is the Wiles surname?

There are approximately 5,000 people with the surname Wiles in the United States.

Are there Wiles soldiers in Civil War records?

Yes, 359 soldiers with the Wiles surname appear in Civil War records.

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Q: What does the surname Wiles mean?

The surname Wiles means "Plural of wile, referring to tricks or stratagems, or derived from a place name.". It is of Old English origin.

Descriptive

Meaning

Plural of wile, referring to tricks or stratagems, or derived from a place name.

Etymology

Possibly from Old English 'wile' (trick, stratagem) used as a descriptive surname, or from a place name element. The exact etymology remains uncertain and may vary by individual family line.

About the Wiles Surname

An English surname of uncertain origin, possibly descriptive or topographic. The name has achieved modern prominence through notable bearers in mathematics and academia.

Distribution & Frequency

Estimated 5,000 bearers in the United States #1,656 most common surname

Rare Common

Found primarily in England and English-speaking regions.

Wiles Surname Distribution

Geographic distribution based on Civil War military records.

Fewer

People with the Wiles Surname

Thelma Wiles

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Quick Facts

Origin: Old English
Classification: Descriptive
Earliest Record: Medieval period (13th-14th century)
Estimated Bearers: 5,000

War Records

359 soldiers with the Wiles surname found in Civil War records.

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