Weyer

The surname Weyer is of Old English origin, derived from the word "weg", which means path or way. The name is believed to have originated as an occupational surname for someone who lived by a main road or path.

Early records indicate that the surname Weyer was first found in Yorkshire, England, where the family held a seat from ancient times. The Weyer family name was also recorded in the Domesday Book, a survey of England and Wales commissioned by William the Conqueror in 1086.

Over the centuries, bearers of the Weyer surname have spread to various parts of the United Kingdom and beyond, with notable concentrations in areas such as London, Kent, and Sussex.

Variants of the surname Weyer include Wayer, Weyre, and Weyar. The popularity of the name has declined over the years, but descendants of the Weyer family continue to maintain connections to their ancestral roots.

In modern times, individuals with the surname Weyer can be found across the globe, with notable bearers having made contributions to various fields such as academia, business, and the arts.

There are approximately 111 people named Weyer in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Weyer.

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