How common is the Wilton surname?

There are approximately 10,000 people with the surname Wilton in the United States.

Are there Wilton soldiers in Civil War records?

Yes, 174 soldiers with the Wilton surname appear in Civil War records.

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Q: What does the surname Wilton mean?

The surname Wilton means "Settlement by the willow tree or farmstead on the River Wylye.". It is of English origin.

Topographic

Meaning

Settlement by the willow tree or farmstead on the River Wylye.

Etymology

Derived from Old English welig (willow) and tun (settlement/farmstead), or from a river name. The name refers to several locations in England, particularly in Wiltshire and Yorkshire.

About the Wilton Surname

A topographic surname derived from English place names. The name became established as a family surname among English families.

Distribution & Frequency

Estimated 10,000 bearers in the United States #1,198 most common surname

Rare Common

Primarily found in England and North America.

Wilton Surname Distribution

Geographic distribution based on Civil War military records.

Fewer

People with the Wilton Surname

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Quick Facts

Origin: English
Classification: Topographic
Earliest Record: Medieval period (England)
Estimated Bearers: 10,000

War Records

174 soldiers with the Wilton surname found in Civil War records.

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