MIERS

Origin and etymology In historic texts In the 1881 census Distribution map

Miers

Miers is a British surname of English and French origins. The name is believed to have originated from the Old French word "mire," which means "physician" or "surgeon." It is thought to have been an occupational surname given to those who worked as healers or medical practitioners.

The Miers family history can be traced back to medieval times, with records showing various spellings such as Mire, Myre, and Myers. The surname has been found in different regions of England, with significant concentrations in Yorkshire, Lancashire, and London.

Throughout history, individuals with the surname Miers have been involved in various professions and endeavours, including medicine, law, academia, and the arts. The name has also been associated with notable figures, such as the British painter and art critic Henry Miers (1758–1827).

Today, the surname Miers continues to be passed down through generations, representing a diverse group of individuals who bear this ancestral name across the United Kingdom and beyond.

There are approximately 269 people named Miers in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around four in a million people in Britain are named Miers.

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
Christopher
Clive
David
James
John
Michael
Paul
Richard
Thomas
William

Female

Anne
Belinda
Claire
Diana
Imelda
Katherine
Mary
Nicola
Rebecca
Richenda
Samantha
Thomasina
Wendy

Similar and related surnames

Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.