Kressler

Meaning

One who sells or deals in cress or greens.

Etymology

Derived from German 'Kresse' (cress plant) with the occupational suffix '-ler'. This indicates a merchant or cultivator of herbs and vegetables.

About the Kressler Surname

An occupational surname denoting someone who grew, harvested, or sold cress and other leafy vegetables. Such surnames were common among market gardeners in medieval German towns.

Distribution

Concentrated in German-speaking regions, particularly in agricultural areas.

Notable Bearers

Limited historical records

People with the Kressler Surname