Thiers
TopographicMeaning
Plural of 'thier', possibly referring to a place or collective group.
Etymology
Potentially derived from Old French elements, though the exact etymology is uncertain. It may relate to a topographic feature or a collective designation in medieval France.
About the Thiers Surname
A French surname with uncertain but likely topographic origins. The name is associated with French political history through notable 19th-century figures.
Distribution
Found in France, particularly in northern and central regions.
Notable Bearers
Adolphe Thiers (French statesman, 1797-1877)