TEMPLER
Templer
The surname Templer is of English origin and is derived from the Middle English word "temple", which most likely referred to a place of worship or religious institution. The individuals bearing this surname are believed to have had connections to such places, either as priests, caretakers, or patrons.
The Templer family name can be traced back to medieval times in England, particularly in the counties of Devon and Somerset. Over the centuries, bearers of the name spread to various regions across the United Kingdom and beyond.
One notable figure with the surname Templer was Sir Richard Temple, 1st Viscount Cobham (1675 – 1749), an English military officer and politician. He served as a Member of Parliament and later as Governor of Gibraltar. His distinguished career and contributions to British history have added to the legacy of the Templer name.
Today, the surname Templer is found in different parts of the world, including the United Kingdom, Australia, and the United States. Individuals carrying this name continue to uphold their heritage and contribute to various fields and professions.
Typical given names associated with the Templer surname
Male
- Alexander
- Andrew
- Charles
- David
- Donovan
- John
- Karl
- Mark
- Paul
- Simon
- Stephen
- William
Female
- Ann
- Caroline
- Charlotte
- Christine
- Diana
- Elizabeth
- Gemma
- Holly
- Leisa
- Melanie
- Samantha
- Sarah
- Sheila
- Tamara
Similar and related surnames
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There are approximately 212 people named Templer in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around three in a million people in Britain are named Templer.
Surname type: Occupational name
Origin: English
Region of origin: British Isles
Country of origin: England
Religion of origin: Christian
Language of origin: English
Famous people named Templer
- Gerald Templer - Senior British Army officer (1898 to 1979)
- James Templer - Balloonist (1846 to 1924)
Names and descriptions courtesy of Wikipedia, and may contain errors. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of every famous person with this name.