SOMMERFELD
Sommerfeld
Sommerfeld is a British surname of German origin. The name is a toponymic surname derived from various places called 'Sommerfeld' in Germany. It is believed to have originated from the Old High German words "sumar" meaning summer and "feld" meaning field, indicating a countryside location associated with summer.
The Sommerfeld surname is not commonly found in the United Kingdom, as it is more prevalent in its country of origin, Germany. However, it may have been brought to the UK through migration or marriage.
Individuals bearing the surname Sommerfeld may trace their ancestry back to German roots, possibly from regions such as Brandenburg, Saxony, or Pomerania where the surname is more concentrated.
Variants of the surname may exist, such as Somerfield, with slight spelling differences.
The Sommerfeld surname carries a sense of history and heritage, connecting individuals to the land and environment where their ancestors lived. It serves as a reminder of the migratory patterns and interconnections of families across different regions and countries.
There are approximately 99 people named Sommerfeld in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Sommerfeld.
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