MEYERS
Meyers
Meyers is a surname of British origin with variations such as Myers and Miers. This surname is believed to be derived from the medieval English name "Mire" or "Myre," which signifies a marsh or bog. The name is likely to have first been used as a topographic surname for someone who lived near or worked in a swampy area.
The Meyers family name has been found in various regions across the United Kingdom, with notable concentrations in England and Scotland. Over time, individuals with the surname Meyers have spread globally, particularly to the United States, Canada, and Australia.
The surname Meyers has often featured prominently in British historical records, with some individuals holding notable positions in society. The versatility and spread of the surname contribute to its rich and diverse ancestry. Today, individuals bearing the Meyers surname can be found engaged in various professions and walks of life around the world.
There are approximately 876 people named Meyers in the UK. That makes it roughly the 8,179th most common surname in Britain. Around 13 in a million people in Britain are named Meyers.
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
- Andrew
- Anthony
- Daniel
- David
- John
- Lee
- Martin
- Michael
- Nicholas
- Paul
- Richard
Female
- Alexandra
- Angela
- Ann
- Anna
- Christine
- Gail
- Jacqueline
- Jennifer
- Julie
- Michelle
- Patricia
- Sarah
- Susan
- Wendy
Similar and related surnames
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