All surnames

German surname

Weber

Weaver

Occupational surname

Weber is the German occupational surname for a weaver, from Middle High German 'wëber'. Weaving was a major craft in medieval and early modern Germany, and the name became very common. It remains one of the most frequent surnames in German-speaking countries.

Through emigration it is also well established in North America. Related forms include Webber in English contexts. The name testifies to the central role of textile production.

More German surnames

MullerSchmidtSchneiderFischerMeyerWagner

Give the Weber name a real family story

Build a family tree with everyone's actual names, photos and relationships.

Build your family tree

Frequently asked questions

What does the surname Weber mean?+

Weaver. From German "weben" (to weave).

Is Weber a common surname?+

Weber is a German-origin surname. Popularity varies widely by country and region, and the same surname can be common in one place and rare in another.

Can two families with the same surname be unrelated?+

Yes. Surnames, especially occupational and descriptive ones like this, were often adopted independently by many unrelated families who happened to share a trade, appearance, or location.

Is my search logged?+

No account or personal details are required to look up a surname's meaning - this page is static reference content.