Uhler (surname)
Uhler is a surname of German origin. It is generally considered a variant of the surname Euler.
Origin and Meaning:
The name Uhler likely derives from the Middle High German word "iuwelære" or "iule," meaning "potter." As such, Uhler is considered an occupational surname. It is also sometimes associated with being a topographic name for someone who lived near an owl roost.
Distribution:
The Uhler surname is found predominantly in Germany and the United States. It is less common in other parts of the world.
Notable People with the Surname:
- Alfred Uhler: (Examples would be added here if notable enough to warrant inclusion)
- Horace Scudder Uhler: (Examples would be added here if notable enough to warrant inclusion)
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Variations:
Common variations of the Uhler surname include:
- Euler
- Eul
- Ullrich
- Uller
See Also:
- Euler
- German surnames
- Occupational surnames