TheNameDBPaynter
OccupationalMeaning
A person who paints, an occupational surname.
Etymology
Paynter derives from the Middle English word 'painte,' meaning to paint, combined with the occupational suffix -er. The surname originated as a descriptor for someone engaged in painting work, with the spelling reflecting Middle English pronunciation.
About the Paynter Surname
Paynter is an English occupational surname referring to someone who painted. The name represents a variant spelling of the more common 'Painter.'
Distribution
Found primarily in England and English-speaking regions.
Notable Bearers
Unknown