History:

This surnames spread was a mix of people choosing to move and being forced to move. People might have moved to find better jobs or escape trouble, settling where land was available, jobs were plentiful, or family already lived. Wars and political changes also forced people to move, carrying this surname to new places. The result is a mix of areas where this surname is common (from original settlements) and areas where its less common (from later moves). Understanding the history of these moves is key to understanding where this surname is found today.

Description:

Its possible this surname is uncommon, recently created, or from a group underrepresented in my data.