Meyr

Meyr is a surname of German origin. It is a variant spelling linked to the more common names Meier, Mayer, Meyer, and other forms such as Maier and Meyers. The name traces to the medieval office of meier, a steward or bailiff responsible for the administration of a manor or estate. As an occupational surname, Meyr was adopted by individuals who held that role or by families associated with someone who did. The spelling Meyr is most often found in German-speaking regions and among descendants of German emigrants, with the name also appearing in Swiss and Austrian records. Variants reflect regional pronunciations and historical orthography, and may include Maier, Maeyer, Mayer, Meier, Meyers, and Mayerl, among others.

In modern usage, people with the surname Meyr have appeared in various professional fields, including academia, business, and the arts. The form may also occur as a component of place names or institutional titles, typically attested as derived from a family name rather than a separate origin. Because spellings have fluctuated over time and geography, genealogical research on Meyr often requires examining related surnames and regional archives. This article focuses on the surname sense; if Meyr refers to a specific person, place, or organization, that topic can be addressed in a separate entry.