Gunter

Gunter is a surname of English and Welsh origin. It is derived from the Middle English and Old French personal name "Gautier," which itself was derived from the Germanic name "Waldhar," meaning "ruler of the army."

The Gunter surname dates back to early medieval times in Britain. The name has been recorded in various spellings over the centuries, including Gounter, Guntar, and Gaunter. Variants of the name exist in other languages, such as the German "Günther" and the Dutch "Gunter."

Individuals bearing the Gunter surname can be found throughout the United Kingdom, with notable concentrations in regions such as Wales, the West Midlands, and London. The name has also spread to other English-speaking countries, including the United States and Australia.

Famous individuals with the surname Gunter include Anthony Gunter, an English Renaissance author, and Fabian Gottlieb von der Gunter, an 18th-century Swiss anatomist and botanist.

Today, the Gunter surname continues to be borne by people of diverse backgrounds and occupations. Like many surnames, it carries a rich history that reflects the linguistic and cultural tapestry of the British Isles.

There are approximately 2,032 people named Gunter in the UK. That makes it roughly the 4,160th most common surname in Britain. Around 31 in a million people in Britain are named Gunter.

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

  • Alan
  • Andrew
  • David
  • John
  • Mark
  • Michael
  • Paul
  • Peter
  • Richard
  • Robert
  • Stephen

Female

  • Christine
  • Denise
  • Emma
  • Helen
  • Joanne
  • Karen
  • Laura
  • Margaret
  • Patricia
  • Ruth
  • Samantha
  • Susan
  • Vanessa
  • Victoria

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