Serber

Serber is primarily a surname. The exact origin of the name is not clearly documented in common reference sources, and it appears in different communities, suggesting multiple independent origins rather than a single lineage. It is found among individuals in North America and Europe, reflecting patterns of migration and name adoption.

Notable individuals with the surname include Robert Serber (1909–1993), an American theoretical physicist who contributed to the Manhattan Project. Serber authored and helped disseminate the Los Alamos Primer, a concise set of notes that explained the basic principles of nuclear fission and the concepts behind the design of early atomic weapons to scientists working at Los Alamos Laboratory.

Beyond being a surname, “Serber” does not have a widely recognized meaning in English. The name may appear in biographical, genealogical, or historical records, but it is not associated with a major organization, movement, or concept.