There are
2412
Sailors in the USA
Sailor is the
12789th
most common last name in the USA

Historical figures and celebrities called Sailor

ChristopherColumbus

Explorer and navigator who completed four voyages across the Atlantic Ocean, opening the way for widespread European exploration and the eventual colonization of the Americas.

FrancisDrake

English sea captain, privateer, naval officer, and explorer known for his circumnavigation of the world in a single expedition, as well as his exploits against the Spanish Armada.

FerdinandMagellan

Portuguese explorer who organized the Spanish expedition to the East Indies, resulting in the first circumnavigation of the Earth.

CaptainJames

British explorer, navigator, cartographer, and captain in the Royal Navy, known for his exploration of the Pacific Ocean and his accurate mapping of Newfoundland.

Vascoda

Portuguese explorer and the first European to reach India by sea, opening an important commercial sea route.

Sailor Genealogy

OriginsThe surname 'Sailor' is generally of English origin and is derived from the occupation of a sailor, referring to someone who worked or served on a ship.
Geographic DistributionSailor is a worldwide surname, found in various countries with a maritime history or presence of naval forces such as England, United States, Australia, Canada, and many others.
VariationsVariations of the surname 'Sailor' may include 'Sailorman' or 'Sailorman'.
Migration and ImmigrationMigration and immigration of individuals with the surname 'Sailor' occurred during different periods and in various locations, primarily driven by the expansion of maritime activities, colonialism, and trade. Notable occurrences include the migration of sailors from England to the American colonies during the colonial era, the immigration of sailors to port cities like New York and San Francisco during the 19th century, and the movement of naval personnel between different naval bases and ports during times of war and peace.