Minter (surname)

Minter is a surname with origins in England and Germany. It is considered an occupational surname, derived from the Middle English word "mintre" or the Old English "myntere," referring to a person who worked in a mint, producing coins. Specifically, a minter would be an official responsible for the striking or coining of money.

The German origins of the name stem from a similar occupational association, relating to someone who worked with coins or metals. Variant spellings of the surname, resulting from regional dialects and transcription errors over time, include Myntar, Mintar, and others.

The surname Minter is found in records dating back several centuries, particularly in regions of England and Germany where mints were historically located. Individuals with the surname Minter have migrated to various parts of the world, including North America, Australia, and other countries, contributing to its present-day distribution. Genealogical research can provide more detailed information on specific family lineages associated with the surname.