About Lamphere
The surname Lamphere is of French origin and is derived from the Old French word "lampe" meaning "lamp" and the suffix "-iere" denoting a person who makes or sells lamps. Therefore, the meaning of the surname Lamphere is "lamp maker" or "lamp seller." It is likely that the name originally referred to someone who was involved in the trade of lamps or worked as a lamp maker.
The surname Lamphere is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
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