About Switzer
The surname Switzer is of German origin and is derived from the word "Schweitzer," meaning "Swiss" or "from Switzerland." It is an occupational surname that was originally given to people who hailed from Switzerland or had Swiss ancestry. The name may have been used to distinguish individuals who were known for their Swiss heritage or had connections to Switzerland. Over time, the surname Switzer has spread to various parts of the world as people with Swiss ancestry migrated and settled in different countries.
The surname Switzer is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Switzer 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 Switzer is not currently available.
Here's how to represent Switzer in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Switzer using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.