BLOOMER
Bloomer
The surname Bloomer is of English origin and is classified as a metonymic occupational name, derived from the Middle English word "blome" meaning "bloom" or "flower". It is believed to have been given to someone involved in the cultivation or selling of flowers. The name may also have been used as a nickname for a flamboyant or lively individual, likening their personality to the beauty of a bloom.
The first recorded instance of the surname Bloomer dates back to the 13th century in England. Over the centuries, the name has undergone variations in spelling such as Blumer, Blommer, and Blomer.
Notably, the surname Bloomer became more prominent in the 19th century due to the association with Amelia Bloomer (1818–1894), the American women's rights and temperance advocate, who popularised a style of women's trousers called "bloomers". While the connection between the surname and this garment is coincidental, it may have further increased the visibility of the name.
Today, individuals with the surname Bloomer can be found across various regions of the United Kingdom and beyond, with notable individuals contributing to various fields such as business, the arts, and academia. The name continues to be a part of the rich tapestry of British surnames, reflecting the historical significance and diverse origins of nomenclature within the British Isles.
There are approximately 1,849 people named Bloomer in the UK. That makes it roughly the 4,488th most common surname in Britain. Around 28 in a million people in Britain are named Bloomer.
Surname type: Occupational name
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
- David
- James
- John
- Mark
- Paul
- Peter
- Robert
- Stephen
- Steven
Female
- Christine
- Claire
- Denise
- Elizabeth
- Joan
- Joanne
- Lesley
- Lisa
- Margaret
- Patricia
- Sarah
- Susan
- Wendy