Eggers

The surname Eggers is of German and Dutch origin. It is generally considered a patronymic surname, meaning it originated as a name derived from the personal name of the father. In this case, Eggers is derived from the given name "Egger," which itself is a short form of compound Germanic names beginning with the element "ag," meaning "edge" or "point" (as in a sword). Another possibility is derivation from "Eckhard," combining "eck" (edge) and "hard" (brave, strong).

Therefore, "Eggers" essentially means "son of Egger" or "descendant of Egger." The name's prevalence is found mainly in regions of Germany and the Netherlands.

Variations of the name may include Egger, Eggert, and Eggersen. The spelling and frequency of the name can vary depending on geographic location and historical migrations.