AUGER
Auger
Origin
Auger is a surname of English origin, derived from the Old French word "augur," meaning an omen-reader or a soothsayer. The surname Auger has been recorded in England as early as the 12th century.
Variants
Variants of the surname Auger include Augur and Augier.
Distribution
The surname Auger is found predominantly in southern England, particularly in counties such as Hampshire, Devon, and Sussex.
Meaning
The surname Auger likely originated as an occupational name for someone who performed roles related to divination or prophecy. Over time, it evolved into a hereditary surname passed down through generations.
Notable Individuals
- Richard Auger (b. 1965) - English author and historian known for his works on medieval England.
- Emily Auger (b. 1978) - British actress, known for her roles in stage productions in the West End.
- Jonathan Auger (b. 1990) - English footballer who plays as a midfielder for a Premier League club.
There are approximately 992 people named Auger in the UK. That makes it roughly the 7,421st most common surname in Britain. Around 15 in a million people in Britain are named Auger.
Origin: English
Region of origin: British Isles
Country of origin: England
Religion of origin: Christian
Language of origin: English
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andrew
- Christopher
- David
- James
- John
- Mark
- Matthew
- Michael
- Nicholas
- Paul
- Peter
- Richard
- Robert
Female
- Anne
- Charlotte
- Elizabeth
- Emma
- Louise
- Margaret
- Michelle
- Patricia
- Ruth
- Sarah
- Sharon
- Shirley
- Susan
- Susanna
- Yvonne