HOUSER
Houser
Houser is a British surname of Germanic origin, derived from the Middle High German word "huser," meaning 'house' or 'dweller in a house'. The surname is believed to have been introduced to Britain during the medieval period, most likely as a result of migration or trade connections between Germany and England.
The Houser surname has variations in spelling, including Hauser and Howser, which can be attributed to regional dialects and the passing down of names through generations. The distribution of the surname in the UK is relatively scarce compared to other more common surnames.
Individuals with the surname Houser can be traced back to various regions across the United Kingdom, with notable concentrations in areas that were historically known for their diverse populations and trading connections. The Houser surname may indicate a family's occupation as house builders or dwellers.
Over the centuries, individuals bearing the surname Houser have contributed to various fields, including but not limited to business, academia, and the arts. Today, the legacy of the Houser name endures through the descendants who proudly bear the surname and continue to make their mark in society.
There are approximately 80 people named Houser in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around one in a million people in Britain are named Houser.
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
- Edward
- Grenville
- Niall
- Patrick
- Samuel
Female
- Anita
- Beverley
- Frederika
- Susan
Similar and related surnames
Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.