About Hayer
The surname Hayer is of English origin and is derived from the Old English word "hæg" or "hege," meaning a hedge or enclosure. It was likely used as a topographic name for someone who lived near a hedge or an occupational name for someone who worked with hedges, such as a hedger or a fence builder. The name Hayer may also have originated as a variant spelling of the surname Ayer, which has Norman-French origins and means "heir" or "descendant." Overall, the surname Hayer is associated with a geographical or occupational origin related to hedges or enclosures.
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The surname Hayer is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Hayer based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
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