RHYMER
Rhymer
Rhymer is a British surname of Scottish origin, derived from the word "rhymer" which means a person who composes or recites verse or poetry. The surname is likely to have been occupational in nature, denoting someone who was a poet or bard.
The practice of rhyme-making was popular in Medieval Scotland, with these poets often serving as important members of the royal courts. One of the most famous Scottish bards was Thomas the Rhymer, who lived in the 13th century and was renowned for his prophetic abilities.
The surname Rhymer has historical significance and is believed to be associated with creativity, storytelling, and literature. It continues to be found in Scotland, and has spread to other parts of the United Kingdom and the world through migration and dispersal of individuals bearing this surname.
Notable individuals with the surname Rhymer have contributed to various fields, including literature, arts, and entertainment, carrying on the legacy of poetic expression associated with the name.
There are approximately 213 people named Rhymer in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around three in a million people in Britain are named Rhymer.
Surname type: Occupational name
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
- Alastair
- Alexander
- Andrew
- Anthony
- Darren
- David
- Edward
- Geoffrey
- John
- Philip
- Phillip
- Stuart
- Thomas
Female
- Amanda
- Catherine
- Emma
- Gillian
- Gwendoline
- Hilary
- Joanne
- Kim
- Lesley
- Lisa
- Lucy
- Nicola
- Sarah