SWAGER
Swager
The surname Swager is of English origin, deriving from the Old English word "sweger," which means a neck or throat. It is an occupational surname that was likely given to individuals involved in the trade of goods related to the neck or throat, such as collars, chains, or jewellery.
The first recorded instance of the surname Swager can be traced back to the medieval period in England. Over time, the surname has undergone various spelling variations, including Swagger, Swarjair, Swaeger, and Swagerman.
Individuals bearing the surname Swager can be found throughout the United Kingdom and its former colonies. The name has spread to different parts of the world due to migration and British colonial influence.
Notable individuals with the surname Swager have made significant contributions in various fields, including academia, business, politics, and the arts.
The Swager surname continues to be passed down through generations, keeping alive the heritage and history of families associated with this distinctive English surname.
There are approximately 16 people named Swager in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Fewer than one in a million people in Britain are named Swager.
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