Layser

Layser Meaning & Origin

About Layser
The surname Layser is of German origin and is derived from the Middle High German word "leiser," meaning "quiet" or "gentle." It is an occupational surname that likely originated as a nickname for someone who had a calm or peaceful demeanor. Over time, individuals with the surname Layser may have been associated with traits such as tranquility or a soft-spoken nature.

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Popularity

Surname Popularity by Ethnicity

The surname Layser is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:

  • Number of People with the name Layser: 188
  • Overall Popularity: Less than 0.01% (a rare surname)
  • Ranking: 96,799
  • Frequency per 100k people: 0.06

Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Layser 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 Layser is not currently available.

Pronunciation

📇 Metaphone
LSR
🗽 NYSIIS
LA
🔊 Soundex
L0206
🎵 Syllabic Pronunciation
L EY1 Z ER0
🌐 IPA
/layser*/
🔊 Double Metaphone
('LSR', '')
🈯 Cross-Lingual Phonetic
L260

Accessibility & Communication

How to write the name Layser in Braille

Here's how to represent Layser in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.

The name Layser in braille

How to sign the name Layser using Sign Language

The image below shows how you can spell Layser using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.

The name Layser in sign language

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