ASCHER
Ascher
Ascher is a surname of Jewish and possibly Germanic origin. The name derives from the Middle High German word "asche," meaning "ash." It was often used as a Metonymic occupational name for someone who worked with ashes, potentially in reference to a person employed to collect ashes from ovens or fireplaces. Alternatively, it could have been a topographic name for someone who lived near a prominent ash tree.
The surname Ascher is found mainly among Jewish communities, with a notable presence in Britain. It is most commonly found in the Ashkenazi Jewish population, particularly those of German or Eastern European descent.
Famous bearers of the Ascher surname include the British textile designer and founder of the Ascher Studio, Zika Ascher, known for his distinctive printed fabrics. The Ascher name has left a mark on the world of art and design through the work of Zika Ascher and his family.
Overall, the Ascher surname carries a legacy of craftsmanship and creativity, particularly within the realm of textile design.
There are approximately 33 people named Ascher in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around one in a million people in Britain are named Ascher.