Carpenter

Type Surname (from occupation)
Usage English
Pronounced Pron. /ˈkɑɹ.pən.təɹ/(American English) /ˈkɑː.pən.tə/(British English)  [key·simplify]

Meaning & History

From the occupation, derived from Middle English carpentier (ultimately from Latin carpentarius meaning "carriage maker").

Related Names

Rootcarpentarius
Other Languages & CulturesCarpentier, Charpentier(French)

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Entry updated December 1, 2024