Gager

Gager is a term that can refer to multiple topics, primarily as a surname and as a place name. It is less common as a general noun in contemporary usage.

Surname: The surname Gager is of English origin. It likely derives from Middle English gage, meaning pledge or security, or from an occupational sense related to handling such pledges. The name appears in English parish and court records from the late medieval period and later spread to the Americas through English-speaking settlers. In modern times, bearers of the surname Gager have pursued diverse professions, and there is no single universally recognized figure associated with the name.

Place name: Gager appears as a toponym in some English-speaking locales. Such place names often reflect historical features, such as a local landmark, landholding, or trade activity linked to the sense of gage or pledge. The geographic distribution of the name varies by country and over time.

Other uses: In older or regional dialects, gager can function as an agent noun derived from gage, meaning a person who handles pledges or a device for measuring or judging. This sense is largely archaic and seldom used in modern English. Contemporary references to gager are typically limited to the surname or toponyms.

See also: Gage, Gauge, Gager (surname), Gager disambiguation.