Zierfelder

Zierfelder is a surname of German origin. It is typically considered a toponymic name, deriving from a place name such as Zierfeld or a similar locality, with the suffix -er indicating an inhabitant or native of that place. The element Zier may reflect an indigenous place-root or a historical descriptive term; the precise etymology is not universally fixed in standard references.

Distribution and usage suggest the name is most commonly found in Germany, particularly in western and southern regions. It also occurs in Austria and parts of Switzerland, with emigration contributing to its appearance in other countries. In modern databases, bearers of the name appear in North America and other parts of Europe, though it remains relatively uncommon compared with more widespread German surnames.

Variants and related forms include Zierfeld and Zierfelder, which in different regions may reflect alternative spellings or related toponymic origins. Regional spelling practices can also yield other minor variants.

Notable people: There are no widely recognized individuals with this surname who have standalone biographies in major reference works. Individuals bearing the name are acknowledged in local records and genealogical sources, but none have a widely established public profile that stands out in standard biographical references.

See also: Zierfeld, a place name associated with similar toponymic surname formations, and other surnames derived from German locality names ending in -felder.