About Shermer
The surname Shermer is of English origin and is derived from the Old English word "scir," meaning "bright" or "clear," and the word "mere," meaning "lake" or "pond." Therefore, the surname Shermer is believed to have originated as a topographic name for someone who lived near a bright or clear lake or pond. It is also possible that it could have been an occupational name for someone who worked as a fisherman or lived by a lake.
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The surname Shermer is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Shermer 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 Shermer is not currently available.
Here's how to represent Shermer in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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