Fischer Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Fischer is a German surname meaning 'fisher', derived from the Middle High German word 'vischære'. It has evolved through various historical forms and has been used since medieval times. The name is associated with practicality and nature, with no biblical relevance. It has variants like Fischerin and Fish, and notable individuals have contributed to its recognition.
The name Fischer is most popular in Florida, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Fischer has been stalled for male in MidWest, too falling for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Fischer' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 7997th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1996th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1815th out of 23106 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 21851st out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Fischer' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Fischer"
Pronunciation
/ˈfɪʃər/
Origin
German
Etymology
The surname Fischer is derived from the Middle High German word 'vischære', meaning 'fisher'. It indicates a person who worked as a fisherman or lived by fishing.
Meaning
fisher
Language Evolution
Old High German: fiscari, Middle High German: vischære, Modern German: Fischer
Historical Usage
The surname Fischer has been in use since the medieval period in Germany and has gained popularity in various regions due to migration and the spread of German culture.
Variants & Derivatives
Fischer, Fischerin (female variant), Fish (Anglicized variant)
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, the name Fischer is commonly associated with strength, practicality, and a connection to nature due to its meaning related to fishing.
Famous People
Mikhail Fischer, a notable physicist, Miriam Fischer, a prominent artist
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Fischer"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Fischer"
"Fischer" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 7997th of 16616 | 58 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1996th of 24088 | 1,001 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 1815th of 23106 | 1,034 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 21851st of 30306 | 19 |
Regional Popularity of "Fischer" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
43.61% 1998th/4582 |
- |
31.07% 2272nd/7313 |
32.79% 2447th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
42.22% 1682nd/3984 |
- |
24.41% 1665th/6822 |
52.84% 3316th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Fischer" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Fischer"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Fischer" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.