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Gerber

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Type Surname (from occupation)
Usage German

Meaning & History

Means "tanner, leather dresser" in German, derived from Old High German garawen meaning "to prepare".
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VariantsGarb, Garber, Garver, Gerver, Kerper

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Entry updated February 12, 2018 ·
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