Soldier
OccupationalMeaning
One who serves as a soldier or military combatant.
Etymology
Derived from the Old French 'solde' (pay/wages) and the agent suffix '-ier', originally referring to a paid military servant. The term entered English through Norman French after 1066.
About the Soldier Surname
An occupational surname denoting someone who served as a soldier or military professional. It is now quite uncommon as a family name.
Distribution
Rare in modern times, historically found in English-speaking regions.
Notable Bearers
Unknown