Backrup

Backrup is a surname of German origin. It is believed to derive from a toponymic, referring to someone who lived in or came from a place named Backrup. Such places are likely found in German-speaking regions. The name itself may be composed of Old High German elements, possibly related to "Bach" meaning stream or brook, and "Rūp" or a similar word referring to a settlement or dwelling. Therefore, a person with the surname Backrup might have historically been associated with a settlement near a brook.

While not a common surname globally, Backrup can be found in Germany and in countries with significant German immigration, such as the United States, Canada, and Australia. Genealogists and historians may encounter the name in historical records, census data, and immigration manifests. The distribution and frequency of the surname can provide insights into historical migration patterns of German populations. Further linguistic and historical research would be needed to pinpoint the exact etymology and original location associated with the surname.