How common is the WILLISTON surname?

There are approximately 8,000 people with the surname WILLISTON in the United States.

Are there WILLISTON soldiers in Civil War records?

Yes, 58 soldiers with the WILLISTON surname appear in Civil War records.

WILLISTON

Q: What does the surname WILLISTON mean?

The surname WILLISTON means "A settlement or town associated with a person named Will or William.". It is of English origin.

Topographic

Meaning

A settlement or town associated with a person named Will or William.

Etymology

Derived from the Old English personal name Will (short for William) combined with the suffix '-ton' meaning settlement or town. The surname indicates origin from a place bearing this name.

About the WILLISTON Surname

A topographic surname derived from English place names, particularly associated with settlements in New England. The name reflects medieval naming conventions linking people to their place of origin.

Distribution & Frequency

Estimated 8,000 bearers in the United States #1,263 most common surname

Rare Common

Found in England and North America, particularly in New England and the northern United States.

WILLISTON Surname Distribution

Geographic distribution based on Civil War military records.

Fewer

People with the WILLISTON Surname

E.b. Williston

GENERAL

Quick Facts

Origin: English
Classification: Topographic
Earliest Record: Medieval England
Estimated Bearers: 8,000

War Records

58 soldiers with the WILLISTON surname found in Civil War records.

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