Last Names Dataset

A comprehensive collection of last names with detailed analysis of origins, meanings, geographical distribution, historical significance, and demographic patterns across different cultures and regions.

NameOrigin & HistoryDemographicsLinguisticsCultural ImpactStatisticsCharacteristics
Smith
SMITH
Variations: Smyth, Smythe, Schmidt
EnglishBritish Isles
Occupational surname referring to metalworkers
First Record: 975
United States: 2,500,000 (0.8%)
United Kingdom: 500,000 (0.9%)
Root: To strike or hit
Structure: Single element
Smyth: 15.0%
Schmidt: 85.0%
Occupational: Associated with metalworking and craftsmanship
Global Rank: #1
United States: #1
United Kingdom: #1
Length: 5
Syllables: 1
Distinctiveness: 30/100
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