How common is the Wrangel surname?

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

Wrangel

Q: What does the surname Wrangel mean?

The surname Wrangel means "Possibly derived from a place name or a personal name in Scandinavian or Germanic regions.". It is of Swedish/German origin.

Other

Meaning

Possibly derived from a place name or a personal name in Scandinavian or Germanic regions.

Etymology

The surname may derive from Swedish or German elements, though the exact etymology is uncertain. It may be related to place names in Sweden or Germanic regions.

About the Wrangel Surname

A Scandinavian or Germanic surname of uncertain origin, possibly topographic or habitation-based. The name is associated with notable historical figures in Russian exploration.

Distribution & Frequency

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

Rare Common

Found primarily in Sweden and Germany, with some presence in Russia and North America.

Notable Bearers

People with the Wrangel Surname

Herman Wrangel

Gen.

Quick Facts

Origin: Swedish/German
Classification: Other
Earliest Record: 16th century
Estimated Bearers: 2,000