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Mayer (2)

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Type Surname (from nickname)
Usage Jewish

Meaning & History

From Hebrew meir which means "enlightened".
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VariantsMaier, Meier, Meir, Meyer
Same SpellingMayer (1), Mayer (3)
Entry updated January 22, 2019
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