Summary

The surname 'Herold' has its origins in old Germanic and Anglo-Saxon languages. It is derived from the personal name 'Herewald', meaning 'army power'. The surname denotes a person who possesses qualities associated with valor, strength, and leadership.
There are
5705
Herolds in the USA
Herold is the
6028th
most common last name in the USA

Historical figures and celebrities called Herold

WilliamHerold

American criminal who was an accomplice of John Wilkes Booth in the assassination of President Abraham Lincoln.

HenryHerold

German engineer famous for his contributions to the development of steam engines and locomotives.

MariaHerold

Italian Renaissance painter known for her exquisite portraits and religious works.

AlexanderHerold

Russian mathematician and physicist who made significant contributions to the field of mathematical analysis.

ElizabethHerold

British novelist and playwright renowned for her bestselling historical fiction novels set in medieval England.

Herold Genealogy

OriginsThe surname Herold has origins in various European countries, including Germany, England, and Russia.
Geographic DistributionHerold is found predominantly in Europe, particularly in Germany and the United Kingdom.
VariationsVariations of the surname Herold include Harold, Herolds, and Heroldson.
Migration and ImmigrationMigration and immigration of individuals with the surname Herold occurred during different times and in various places. Some notable migrations took place during the 19th century when many Germans with the surname Herold immigrated to the United States in search of better opportunities. Others migrated within Europe, particularly to the United Kingdom and Russia, due to economic and social factors.