fulmer

Fulmer is a surname of English origin. It is thought to derive from a topographical or occupational name. Topographically, it could come from the Old English "full" and "mere," meaning "full pool" or "lake." Alternatively, it might be an occupational name from the Middle English "fulmer," referring to someone who "fulls" cloth, a process of cleaning and thickening woollen cloth by pounding it in a mixture of water and clay.

Historically, the Fulmer surname has been found in various parts of England. Like many surnames, its distribution and prominence have shifted over centuries due to migration and other demographic factors. It is not a particularly common surname, but individuals bearing the name have been noted in historical records and in modern times across English-speaking countries.

Notable individuals with the surname Fulmer include, for example, American professional baseball player Jim Fulmer and American actress Mary Fulmer. Genealogists and historical researchers may encounter the Fulmer surname when tracing family histories, particularly within English and American contexts. The name's origins suggest a connection to rural life and the textile industry in medieval England.