Ramseyer

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Meaning

A person from Ramsen or a variant of Ramsey with the German agent suffix.

Etymology

Derived from a place name combined with the German suffix '-er' or '-eyer,' indicating origin or occupation. The root may relate to 'Ramsen,' a location in Switzerland.

About the Ramseyer Surname

This surname reflects German and Swiss naming conventions combining place names with occupational or origin suffixes. It remains relatively uncommon outside German-speaking areas.

Distribution

Found primarily in Switzerland, Germany, and German-speaking regions.

Notable Bearers

Unknown

People with the Ramseyer Surname

C.W. Ramseyer

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