There are
579
Festers in the USA
Fester is the
38265th
most common last name in the USA

Historical figures and celebrities called Fester

PhilLester

Phil Lester is a British YouTuber and radio presenter known for his channel AmazingPhil, where he creates comedy and vlog content.

BruceHester

Bruce Hester is an American politician who served as mayor of Durham, North Carolina from 2001 to 2017. He is known for his efforts to revitalize downtown Durham.

MattJester

Matt Jester is an American professional golfer who has won multiple tournaments on the PGA Tour.

ChesterBennington

Chester Bennington was an American musician, singer, and songwriter, best known as the lead vocalist of the rock band Linkin Park.

FosterBrooks

Foster Brooks was an American comedian and actor known for his portrayal of a drunken man in his comedic routines.

NoraNester

Nora Nester is a fictional character from the American television sitcom 'The Odd Couple.' She is portrayed by Penny Marshall.

NoahWebster

Noah Webster was an American lexicographer, textbook pioneer, English-language spelling reformer, political writer, editor, and prolific author who published the famous 'An American Dictionary of the English Language.'

RobinBaxter

Robin Baxter is a British scientist and television presenter, known for his work on the BBC TV program 'The Bloodhound Adventure.'

AmandaLister

Amanda Lister is an Australian politician who has been a member of the Queensland Legislative Assembly since 2020. She represents the electoral district of Currumbin.

BillyBaxter

Billy Baxter is an American professional poker player known for his seven World Series of Poker bracelets and his contributions to the poker community.

Fester Genealogy

OriginsThe surname 'Fester' is of German origin. It is derived from the Middle High German word 'vëster' or 'fëster,' meaning 'window' or 'pane.' It may have originally referred to someone who lived near a window or worked as a glazier.
Geographic DistributionThe surname 'Fester' is relatively rare and is primarily found in Germany and Namibia. It may also be found in other German-speaking countries and among German diaspora communities.
VariationsVariations of the surname 'Fester' include 'Föstner' and 'Feister.'
Migration and ImmigrationThere may have been migration and immigration of people with the surname 'Fester' from Germany to other parts of the world, including Namibia during German colonial rule.