HEMMERLE
Hemmerle
The surname Hemmerle is of German origin and is believed to have been brought to England during medieval times. The name is thought to be an anglicised form of the German surname 'Hammerele', which is derived from the Middle High German word 'hamar', meaning 'hammer'. The suffix '-le' is a diminutive added to the root word.
The Hemmerle family is predominantly found in southern England, particularly in the counties of Kent and Surrey. Over the centuries, the family has been involved in various trades and professions, including blacksmithing, metalworking, and carpentry.
The Hemmerle surname is relatively rare in Britain, but individuals bearing this name have made contributions to various fields of endeavour. The family name may have undergone variations in spelling over time, with alternate forms including Hemmerly and Hemmerley.
Today, those with the surname Hemmerle can be found across the United Kingdom and around the world. The name carries a sense of heritage and tradition, reflecting the ancestral roots of the family in Germany.
There are approximately 17 people named Hemmerle in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Fewer than one in a million people in Britain are named Hemmerle.