About Roster
The surname Roster is of German origin and is derived from the Middle High German word "roster," meaning "rooster" or "cock." It is believed to have originally been a nickname given to someone who displayed characteristics associated with a rooster, such as being proud, confident, or having a loud voice. Over time, this nickname evolved into a hereditary surname and has been passed down through generations.
The surname Roster is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Roster 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 Roster is not currently available.
Here's how to represent Roster in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Roster using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.