About Ehr
The surname Ehr is of German origin and is derived from the Middle High German word "Γͺre," meaning "honor" or "glory." It is an occupational surname that likely originated as a nickname for someone who was considered honorable or respected. The name Ehr may have been given to individuals who held positions of authority or who displayed qualities of integrity and dignity. Over time, the surname Ehr has evolved and spread to various regions, becoming a relatively common surname in Germany and other German-speaking countries.
The surname Ehr is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Ehr based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
Ranking information for the surname Ehr is not currently available.
Here's how to represent Ehr in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Ehr using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.