Meyer
What is another word for Meyer? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.
Name — A German and Jewish surname, originally denoting a tenant farmer, steward, or mayor.
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Etymology
As a German and Alemannic German surname, Meyer comes from the noun Meier ("leaseholder of a manor") — compare Maier, Mayer, Meier, Myer. As a Jewish surname, it comes from Yiddish מאיר (mir) — compare Majer, Major, Mayor, Meir. As a Dutch/West Flemish surname, it is a variant of Meijer.
Full origin of Meyer →Frequently asked questions
What does “Meyer” mean?
The word “Meyer” means a German and Jewish surname, originally denoting a tenant farmer, steward, or mayor.
How do you pronounce “Meyer”?
“Meyer” is pronounced MEYE-uh (/ˈmaɪə(ɹ)/ in IPA).
How do you use “Meyer” in a sentence?
Here is “Meyer” used in a sentence: “Meyer emigrated from Bavaria in the nineteenth century.”
What part of speech is “Meyer”?
“Meyer” is a name.
Is “Meyer” a common word?
“Meyer” is an uncommon word in modern English.
Is Meyer a German or Jewish surname?
Meyer is both a German surname and a Jewish surname, sharing the same occupational origin tied to roles such as tenant farmer, steward, or mayor. It appears across German-speaking and Jewish communities with the same underlying meaning.
What are common variant spellings of the surname Meyer?
Common variant spellings include Meier, Mayer, and Meyers, all of which derive from the same root meaning tenant farmer, steward, or mayor. These variants arose through regional and family differences in spelling over time.
