FRAZER
Frazer
Frazer is a surname of Scottish origin that is also prevalent in England, Ireland, and other parts of the British Isles. The name is derived from the Medieval Scottish given name "Fraisier," meaning "a strawberry" in French. It is believed that this surname was originally bestowed upon someone who was a seller of or had a fondness for strawberries.
Origins
The surname Frazer can be traced back to the early 12th century in Scotland, specifically to the Clan Fraser of Lovat. This clan played a significant role in Scottish history and was associated with the Scottish Highlands. Over time, individuals bearing the surname migrated to different parts of the British Isles and beyond, contributing to the widespread presence of the Frazer surname.
Variants
The surname Frazer has various spelling variants, including Fraser, Frazar, Frasher, and Frazier. These different spellings may have arisen due to variations in pronunciation or regional dialects across the British Isles.
Notable Individuals
Several notable individuals have borne the surname Frazer, making significant contributions in various fields. These include:
- James George Frazer (1854-1941): A Scottish social anthropologist known for his influential work "The Golden Bough," which explores the topics of mythology and religion.
- Brendan Frazer (b. 1968): A popular British-American actor known for his roles in films such as "The Mummy" series and "George of the Jungle."
Legacy
The surname Frazer continues to be prominent in British and global society, with individuals across different professions and walks of life carrying the name forward. The legacy of the Frazer name serves as a reminder of the diverse cultural heritage and historical connections of the British Isles.
References
- MacLysaght, E. The Surnames of Ireland. Irish Academic Press, 1980.
- Reaney, P.H. and Wilson, R.M. A Dictionary of English Surnames. Routledge, 1991.
There are approximately 3,639 people named Frazer in the UK. That makes it roughly the 2,536th most common surname in Britain. Around 56 in a million people in Britain are named Frazer.
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
- Ian
- James
- John
- Mark
- Michael
- Paul
- Robert
- William
Female
- Caroline
- Christine
- Elizabeth
- Helen
- Joanne
- Julia
- Laura
- Margaret
- Mary
- Nicola
- Sarah
- Susan
Similar and related surnames
- Farcer
- Farser
- Forcer
- Forcier
- Forreser
- Forser
- Fracer
- Fraer
- Fraeser
- Frager
- Fraiser
- Fraizer
- Fraker
- Franzer
- Frasar
- Fraseer
- Fraser
- Frasers
- Frasher
- Frasier
- Frasor
- Frasser
- Frasure
- Frasyer
- Frayser
- Frazar
- Fraze
- Frazee
- Frazher
- Frazier
- Frazor
- Freaser
- Freezer
- Freezor
- Freiser
- Freser
- Fresser
- Frezer
- Frieser
- Friezer
- Frizer
- Froser
- Frosser
- Frozer
- Fruser
- Fryzer
- Fursier
- Fursure
- Furzer
- Phraser
- Verser
- Verzariu
Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.