TheNameDBSmather
OccupationalMeaning
Possibly derived from an occupational term related to smithing or metalworking, though the exact meaning is uncertain.
Etymology
May derive from 'smith' combined with a suffix, or from an obsolete occupational term. The exact etymology requires further research.
About the Smather Surname
An English surname of uncertain occupational origin, possibly related to metalworking. Historical documentation is limited.
Distribution
Scattered records in England and North America.
Notable Bearers
Limited historical documentation