About Simmer
The surname Simmer is of German origin and is derived from the Middle High German word "simmer," meaning "to simmer" or "to boil." It is an occupational surname that likely originated as a nickname for someone who worked as a cook or a person who prepared food by simmering or boiling. The name may have also been given to someone with a temperament or personality that was likened to simmering or boiling, suggesting a passionate or fiery nature.
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The surname Simmer is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Simmer 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 Simmer is not currently available.
Here's how to represent Simmer in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Simmer using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.