SINGER
Singer
Singer is a surname of English origin. The name is derived from the Old English word "sangere," meaning someone who sings. The surname has been found in records dating back to the Middle Ages, and is believed to have originated as an occupational name for a singer, chorister, or musician.
The Singer surname has various spelling variations, including Sangster and Songster.
Notable individuals with the surname Singer include:
- Isaac Merritt Singer: American inventor and businessman, known for founding the Singer Sewing Machine Company.
- Peter Singer: Australian moral philosopher and author, known for his work in the fields of bioethics and animal rights.
- Lucian Singer: British actor, known for his stage and screen performances.
The Singer surname has spread across the United Kingdom and other English-speaking countries, with its bearers contributing to various fields such as music, business, and academia.
There are approximately 3,276 people named Singer in the UK. That makes it roughly the 2,771st most common surname in Britain. Around 50 in a million people in Britain are named Singer.
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
- Andrew
- David
- James
- John
- Mark
- Michael
- Paul
- Peter
- Richard
- Robert
Female
- Anna
- Anne
- Barbara
- Christine
- Elizabeth
- Emma
- Helen
- Jacqueline
- Kerry
- Margaret
- Sarah
- Susan
- Victoria
Similar and related surnames
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