CROZIER

Occupational

Meaning

An occupational surname derived from 'crozier,' meaning a bishop's staff or the person who carried it.

Etymology

The surname comes from Old French 'crosier' (bishop's staff), which derives from Latin 'crux' (cross). The name likely originated as an occupational term for someone who carried or made bishops' staffs, or as a nickname for a church official.

About the CROZIER Surname

A French occupational surname related to ecclesiastical office and church hierarchy. The name reflects the importance of the church in medieval society.

Distribution & Frequency

Estimated 3,000 bearers in the United States #2,235 most common surname
Rare Common

Found primarily in France and English-speaking countries, with notable presence in Scotland and North America.

CROZIER Surname Distribution

Geographic distribution based on Civil War military records.

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Notable Bearers

People with the CROZIER Surname