What does the surname KEMMERER mean?

The surname KEMMERER means "One who makes or works with combs.". It is of German origin.

How common is the KEMMERER surname?

There are approximately 4,000 people with the surname KEMMERER in the United States.

Are there KEMMERER soldiers in Civil War records?

Yes, 45 soldiers with the KEMMERER surname appear in Civil War records.

KEMMERER

Occupational

Meaning

One who makes or works with combs.

Etymology

Derived from the German word 'Kamm' (comb) with the occupational suffix -erer. The surname indicates an ancestor who was a comb maker or seller.

About the KEMMERER Surname

A German occupational surname indicating an ancestor involved in comb manufacturing or trade. The surname reflects the importance of skilled craftspeople in medieval German society.

Distribution & Frequency

Estimated 4,000 bearers in the United States #1,979 most common surname

Rare Common

Found primarily in German-speaking regions, particularly Germany, with diaspora communities in North America.

KEMMERER Surname Distribution

Geographic distribution based on Civil War military records.

Fewer

People with the KEMMERER Surname

E.w. Kemmerer

Quick Facts

Origin: German
Classification: Occupational
Earliest Record: Medieval Germany
Estimated Bearers: 4,000

War Records

45 soldiers with the KEMMERER surname found in Civil War records.

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