Walder

Topographic

Meaning

A surname possibly derived from a place name or personal name related to forests or wooded areas.

Etymology

May derive from Old English 'weald' (forest) or German 'Wald' (forest), with the suffix '-er' indicating a person from that place. Alternatively, it could be a variant of Walden or a related topographic name.

About the Walder Surname

Walder is an uncommon surname with likely topographic origins related to forests. The name may have English or German roots.

Distribution

Rare, found in England, Germany, and English-speaking regions.

Notable Bearers

Unknown

People with the Walder Surname

John Walder

Vice President