Currier

Occupational

Meaning

A person who curries leather, preparing and finishing hides for use.

Etymology

The surname derives from the Old French 'corroyeur' or Middle English 'currier,' referring to a craftsman who curried or dressed leather. The occupation was common in medieval towns and cities.

About the Currier Surname

An occupational surname indicating a person engaged in leather working, a skilled trade in medieval and early modern Europe. The name became established in North America through English immigration.

Distribution & Frequency

Estimated 12,000 bearers in the United States #1,040 most common surname
Rare Common

Found throughout England and France, with significant populations in the United States and Canada.

Currier Surname Distribution

Geographic distribution based on Civil War military records.

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Notable Bearers

People with the Currier Surname