MILER
Miler
Miler is a British surname of Anglo-Saxon origin. Derived from the medieval personal name Miller, which was an occupational name for someone who owned or worked in a mill, grinding grain into flour. The name is very common throughout England, Wales, and Scotland.
Origins and Distribution: The surname Miler can be traced back to the late Middle Ages in England and Scotland. It is found in various regions across the United Kingdom, with concentrations in areas where milling was a prominent industry. Over time, the name has spread to other English-speaking countries as well.
Variations: Variants of the surname Miler include Miller and Millar. These variations may have arisen due to different regional accents and dialects.
Notable Individuals:
- John Miler: A renowned poet and writer from the 18th century.
- Sarah Millar: An accomplished scientist known for her contributions to the field of genetics.
Coat of Arms: The Miler family crest features symbols such as milling tools and grain, reflecting the occupational roots of the surname.
Popularity: The surname Miler remains moderately common in Britain and has retained its connection to milling and agriculture in some cases.
References:
- Reaney, P. H., & Wilson, R. M. (1991). A Dictionary of English Surnames. Oxford University Press.
- Hanks, P., Coates, R., & McClure, P. (2016). The Oxford Dictionary of Family Names in Britain and Ireland. Oxford University Press.
There are approximately 68 people named Miler in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around one in a million people in Britain are named Miler.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Adrian
- Dariusz
- David
- Ian
- James
- Michael
- Michal
- Paul
- Peter
- Piotr
- Robert
- Stephen
- Tomasz
Female
- Agnieszka
- Aleksandra
- Beata
- Ewa
- Izabela
- Joan
- Joanna
- Joanne
- Magdalena
- Milena
Similar and related surnames
- Imler
- Mailer
- Mealor
- Meller
- Miiller
- Milar
- Mile
- Milea
- Milera
- Mileris
- Millar
- Millare
- Millares
- Millars
- Millauer
- Millea
- Millear
- Miller
- Millerd
- Millere
- Millerr
- Millers
- Millert
- Millery
- Milliar
- Millier
- Milliere
- Millir
- Milller
- Millor
- Millors
- Millour
- Millree
- Milner
- Milor
- Miloro
- Milree
- Moyler
- Myler
- Mylerea
- Myller
- Mylor
Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.