Hammerich

Hammerich is a surname of Danish and German origin.

Origin and Meaning:

The name is derived from the Germanic elements "Hamer," meaning "hammer," and "-rich," meaning "ruler" or "powerful." The name can therefore be interpreted as "powerful with the hammer" or "ruler with the hammer." It is likely an occupational surname originally denoting someone who worked with a hammer, such as a blacksmith or metalworker.

Distribution:

The surname is primarily found in Denmark and Germany, and among their diaspora.

Notable People with the Surname:

• Louis Hammerich (1892-1975): A Danish philologist specializing in Germanic and Baltic languages.
• Paul Hammerich (1927-1992): A Danish journalist and author.