Kaiser

Meaning

An emperor or a person who served an emperor.

Etymology

Derived from the Middle High German 'kaiser,' from Latin 'caesar,' referring to a Roman emperor. The surname likely indicated someone who served an emperor or held imperial authority.

About the Kaiser Surname

Kaiser is an occupational surname referring to someone who served an emperor or held imperial office. The name reflects the hierarchical structure of medieval German-speaking societies.

Distribution

Found throughout German-speaking regions, with concentrations in areas with historical imperial significance.

People with the Kaiser Surname