Bremer

Meaning

A surname denoting a person from Bremen, a major port city in northern Germany.

Etymology

Derived from the city of Bremen in Germany, with the suffix '-er' indicating origin or association. Bremen itself derives from Old Saxon 'brem' (wild rosemary) or 'bremun' (on the river).

About the Bremer Surname

Bremer is a topographic surname indicating origin from the city of Bremen. It has been used since medieval times to identify people from that region.

Distribution

Found primarily in German-speaking regions, particularly northern Germany.

Notable Bearers

Unknown

People with the Bremer Surname