How Rare Is Your Family Name?
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Wondering how unique your last name is? Input your family name, and we'll give you a personalized breakdown—how rare it is, when it peaked in popularity, where it comes from, what it means, and what it might reveal about you.

What Are The Most Common Family Names?
Curious what the most common last names are? In the United States, here are the top 10 surnames: [1]
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- Smith
- Johnson
- Williams
- Brown
- Jones
- Garcia
- Miller
- Davis
- Rodriguez
- Martinez
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