HARRER
Harrer
Harrer is a surname of German and Austrian origin. It is believed to have originated from the Germanic personal name "Heimirich," meaning "home ruler."
Distribution
The Harrer surname is relatively rare, with the majority of individuals bearing this name residing in Germany and Austria. It can also be found in other countries with German-speaking populations.
Notable Individuals
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Heinrich Harrer (1912–2006) – Austrian mountaineer, sportsman, and author, known for his book "Seven Years in Tibet," which recounts his experiences in Tibet during the mid-20th century.
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Kurt Harrer – Austrian footballer who played for the Austrian national team in the 1920s.
Variants
Variations of the Harrer surname include Harer, Herrera, and Harré.
References
"Ancestry: the Harrer surname." Ancestry.co.uk. Accessed September 2021.
"Dictionary of American Family Names: Harrer." Oxford University Press, 2013.
Typical given names associated with the Harrer surname
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Similar and related surnames
Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.
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There are approximately 27 people named Harrer in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Fewer than one in a million people in Britain are named Harrer.
