Sayer

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Sayer 1
3. usages AND description are verified
Type Surname (from given name)
Usage English

Meaning & History

Derived from an Anglo-Norman variant of the Germanic given name Sigiheri, composed of sigu "victory" and heri "army".
Added 1/17/2025 by jocatchi

Sayer 2
2a. listed usages are verified
Type Surname (from occupation)
Usage English

Meaning & History

Occupational name for a professional reciter or minstrel, derived from Middle English seier "speaker".
Added 1/17/2025 by jocatchi

See Also

Sayer