WEDEMEYER

Topographic

Meaning

A person who lived by or worked with a meadow or pasture.

Etymology

Derived from German 'Weide' (pasture/meadow) combined with 'Meyer' (steward or farmer). The surname indicates someone who managed or lived near pastoral lands.

About the WEDEMEYER Surname

A German topographic surname indicating residence near or stewardship of meadowland. The name is associated with agricultural and administrative roles in Germanic regions.

Distribution

Found primarily in Germany and among German-American communities.

Notable Bearers

General Albert C. Wedemeyer

People with the WEDEMEYER Surname

W.W. WEDEMEYER

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