How common is the WITHERBEE surname?

There are approximately 2,000 people with the surname WITHERBEE in the United States.

Are there WITHERBEE soldiers in Civil War records?

Yes, 15 soldiers with the WITHERBEE surname appear in Civil War records.

WITHERBEE

Q: What does the surname WITHERBEE mean?

The surname WITHERBEE means "A person who lived by a stream or water source in a withered or overgrown area.". It is of English origin.

Topographic

Meaning

A person who lived by a stream or water source in a withered or overgrown area.

Etymology

Possibly derived from Old English 'wither' (withered or twisted) combined with 'bee' or 'by' meaning stream or settlement. The exact etymology is uncertain and may involve topographic elements.

About the WITHERBEE Surname

An uncommon American surname with uncertain English origins, appearing primarily in New England genealogies. The name may derive from topographic features but requires further research.

Distribution & Frequency

Estimated 2,000 bearers in the United States #2,771 most common surname

Rare Common

Primarily found in New England and the northeastern United States.

WITHERBEE Surname Distribution

Geographic distribution based on Civil War military records.

Fewer

People with the WITHERBEE Surname

Sidney Witherbee

Quick Facts

Origin: English
Classification: Topographic
Earliest Record: 17th century colonial America
Estimated Bearers: 2,000

War Records

15 soldiers with the WITHERBEE surname found in Civil War records.

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