TheNameDBSemmes
OtherMeaning
A surname of uncertain origin, possibly derived from a place name or personal name.
Etymology
The exact etymology is unclear, though it may relate to Old English elements or a geographic location. The name appears to have English roots but lacks clear historical documentation.
About the Semmes Surname
Semmes is an English surname with unclear origins that became established in America. The name is associated with notable historical figures in American naval history.
Distribution
Found primarily in England and the United States, with historical concentration in southern regions.
Notable Bearers
Raphael Semmes (19th-century American naval officer)