How common is the Worsham surname?

There are approximately 3,500 people with the surname Worsham in the United States.

Are there Worsham soldiers in Civil War records?

Yes, 257 soldiers with the Worsham surname appear in Civil War records.

Worsham

Q: What does the surname Worsham mean?

The surname Worsham means "A homestead or settlement associated with a person named Wors or located in a worse or marshy area.". It is of English origin.

Topographic

Meaning

A homestead or settlement associated with a person named Wors or located in a worse or marshy area.

Etymology

Derived from Old English elements, possibly 'wors' (worse) or a personal name combined with 'ham' (homestead). The surname likely originated as a topographic or habitation name.

About the Worsham Surname

A habitation surname likely referring to a specific settlement or homestead in England. The name is relatively uncommon and may have regional significance.

Distribution & Frequency

Estimated 3,500 bearers in the United States #2,086 most common surname

Rare Common

Found primarily in England and North America, particularly in the southern United States.

Worsham Surname Distribution

Geographic distribution based on Civil War military records.

Fewer

People with the Worsham Surname

E. Lee Worsham

President of National Conservation Congress

Quick Facts

Origin: English
Classification: Topographic
Earliest Record: 13th century
Estimated Bearers: 3,500

War Records

257 soldiers with the Worsham surname found in Civil War records.

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