Killebrew

Killebrew is a surname. It is most widely recognized in association with Harmon Killebrew, an American professional baseball player whose career spanned from 1954 to 1975. The name has appeared in various contexts through genealogical records and biographical references.

Harmon Killebrew (1936–2011) is the best-known bearer of the name. He spent the majority of his major league career with the Washington Senators and the Minnesota Twins after the franchise move in 1961. Renowned for his power hitting, Killebrew was a 13-time All-Star and won the American League Most Valuable Player Award in 1969. He finished with 573 career home runs, placing him among the top home run hitters of his era, and he was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1984. Beyond statistics, he was noted for his charitable work and lasting impact on fans and communities.

As a surname, Killebrew has appeared in historical records and biographies related to American baseball and other regional histories. The name is primarily encountered in the United States and can be found in public and private archives, genealogical listings, and sports histories.