Metzger

Metzger is a surname of German origin, meaning “butcher” in the German language. This surname is derived from the occupation of butchery and may have been used to denote someone who worked as a butcher or a slaughterer of animals.

The surname Metzger is not commonly found in Britain, as it originates from Germany. However, with the movement of people and the shifting of borders over time, it is not uncommon to find individuals with this surname in the British Isles.

Individuals bearing the surname Metzger may have ancestors who emigrated from Germany to Britain or have acquired the surname through marriage or other means. As with many surnames, the origins and history of the Metzger surname can vary from family to family.

Researching the genealogy and history of the Metzger surname can provide insights into family roots, connections, and historical occupations. It can also shed light on the migration patterns and cultural influences that have shaped the British population over time.

There are approximately 199 people named Metzger in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around three in a million people in Britain are named Metzger.

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

  • Albert
  • Alex
  • Cecil
  • Christopher
  • Daniel
  • David
  • Edward
  • Geoffrey
  • James
  • John
  • Jonathan
  • Julian
  • Richard
  • William

Female

  • Ann
  • Anna
  • Anne
  • Cecilia
  • Christine
  • Hannah
  • Jan
  • Jean
  • Leonora
  • Margaret
  • Maria
  • Rebecca
  • Sarah
  • Sheila

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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