TheNameDBFarmer
OccupationalMeaning
A person who cultivates land and raises crops and livestock for agricultural production.
Etymology
From Old French 'ferme,' derived from Latin 'firma' meaning 'fixed payment' or 'lease.' The term evolved to refer to those who worked the land under lease arrangements.
About the Farmer Surname
Farmer is a common occupational surname representing agricultural workers and landholders in medieval and early modern times. The surname reflects the fundamental importance of agriculture in sustaining communities.
Distribution
Common throughout England and widespread in North America, Australia, and other English-speaking countries.