Fisher Family Crest and Surname Origin
A short guide to the Fisher surname: its meaning, its roots in England, and its heraldry.
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Origin of the Fisher name
Fisher is an English occupational name for a fisherman, from Old English fiscere. Fishing was a common trade along rivers and coasts, so the name arose independently in many places. In the United States many families named Fisher also descend from German immigrants called Fischer, whose name has the same meaning. It is common across England, Scotland and America.
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This overview covers the Fisher name in England. We also hold records of the name in other countries, such as the United States, Scotland and Australia; your full pack is researched for your family's country of origin.
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Fisher name FAQ
What does the Fisher name mean?
Fisherman. Common variants include Fysher, Fischer, Fisk.
Where does the Fisher surname come from?
It originates in England, and is also found in the United States, Scotland and Australia.
Is there a Fisher coat of arms?
Arms were granted to individuals, not whole surnames, so there is no single Fisher crest. Herald Lab paints a personalized Fisher coat of arms based on historic heraldry.
Researched by Herald Lab Research Studio, since 1993. Sources: Reaney & Wilson, Dictionary of English Surnames; Dictionary of American Family Names (Oxford); US Census Bureau 2010.