Brower

Meaning

Derived from 'brouwer,' meaning brewer or one who brews beer.

Etymology

The surname comes from the Dutch and Low German word 'brouwer' (brewer), an occupational name for someone who brewed beer. This was a common trade in medieval Low Countries.

About the Brower Surname

An occupational surname referring to a brewer, derived from Dutch and Low German traditions. The name reflects the importance of brewing in medieval European commerce.

Distribution

Found in the Netherlands, Germany, and among Dutch and German diaspora communities, particularly in North America.

Notable Bearers

David Brower (American conservationist and environmentalist)

People with the Brower Surname