TheNameDBFelmer
OccupationalMeaning
One who works with felt or a dweller in a felt-making settlement.
Etymology
Derived from Old Germanic 'felt' (felt fabric) combined with '-er' (one who does). The surname likely emerged in regions with significant textile production during the medieval period.
About the Felmer Surname
An occupational surname indicating someone involved in felt production or trade. The name reflects the importance of textile crafts in medieval European economies.
Distribution
Rare, primarily found in German-speaking regions and scattered in North America.
Notable Bearers
Unknown