There are
462
Westermeyers in the USAWestermeyer is the
46138th
most common last name in the USAHistorical figures and celebrities called Westermeyer
FrankWestermeyer
Frank Westermeyer was a German-born American inventor and entrepreneur who founded Westermeyer Industries, a leading manufacturer of industrial machinery.EmilyWestermeyer
Emily Westermeyer is a contemporary American artist known for her abstract paintings and mixed media works.HenryWestermeyer
Henry Westermeyer was a Dutch painter of the 17th century known for his landscapes and seascapes.SophiaWestermeyer
Sophia Westermeyer is a Canadian actress best known for her roles in several popular television dramas.MaxWestermeyer
Max Westermeyer is a German physicist and professor known for his contributions to the field of quantum mechanics.IsabellaWestermeyer
Isabella Westermeyer is an Australian journalist and news anchor, known for her work on a major national news network.AlexanderWestermeyer
Alexander Westermeyer is a German entrepreneur and founder of a successful technology startup.ClaireWestermeyer
Claire Westermeyer is an American author known for her bestselling novels in the mystery thriller genre.GeorgeWestermeyer
George Westermeyer was an English composer and conductor known for his orchestral compositions and choral works.VictoriaWestermeyer
Victoria Westermeyer is a Swedish fashion designer known for her avant-garde and innovative designs.Westermeyer Genealogy
OriginsThe surname 'Westermeyer' is of German origin. It is derived from the combination of the German words 'westen' meaning 'west' and 'meyer' meaning 'farmer' or 'landowner'. It may have originally referred to someone who lived or worked as a farmer in the western region.
Geographic DistributionThe surname 'Westermeyer' is mainly found in Germany and other German-speaking countries, such as Austria and Switzerland. However, it can also be found in other parts of the world, particularly in countries with German immigrant populations.
VariationsVariations of the surname 'Westermeyer' include 'Westermayer', 'Westermayr', 'Westermayre', 'Westermayere', 'Westermayerr', 'Westermayor', 'Westermayyr', 'Westermayyrr', 'Westermeyar', and 'Westermeyor'. These variations may have different spellings due to regional differences or transcription errors over time.
Migration and ImmigrationPeople with the surname 'Westermeyer' have migrated and immigrated to various countries over the years. German immigration to countries like the United States, Canada, and Australia during the 19th and early 20th centuries contributed to the spread of the name in those regions.