Semler

Semler is a surname of German origin. The precise etymology is not definitive, but it is widely treated as a habitational or occupational surname. It may derive from a place name or from a personal name that was adapted over time. The spelling Semler is most commonly found in German-speaking areas and among descendants of German emigrants.

The name is recorded in Central Europe from the late medieval period and has since spread to other regions through migration, trade, and settlement. Today, Semler is found in Germany, Austria, Switzerland, and in diaspora communities in North America, Australasia, and elsewhere in Europe. Variants of the surname include Semmler and Selmer, reflecting regional pronunciation and spelling differences.

Notable people with the surname have appeared in various fields such as science, business, sports, and the arts. Because no single individual dominates public recognition under this name, Semler is best understood as a common surname with multiple lineages rather than a single family identity.