Edger

Meaning

An occupational surname derived from the Old English word 'edge' and the suffix '-er', indicating one who works with edges.

Etymology

Edger derives from the Old English 'ecg' (edge) combined with the occupational suffix '-er', indicating a person who sharpens edges, works with edged tools, or lives at an edge. The surname likely originated among craftspeople or those living at geographical boundaries.

About the Edger Surname

An English occupational surname indicating an ancestor who worked with edges or edged tools. The name reflects medieval English occupational naming practices.

Distribution

Found primarily in England, with some presence in North America through immigration.

Notable Bearers

Unknown

People with the Edger Surname