glaser

Glaser is a surname of German origin. It is an occupational name for a glassmaker or glazier, derived from the German association with glasswork. The form Glaser is common in German-speaking countries and among their descendants; variants include Glazer and Glazier, and the surname is found throughout the United States and Europe.

Notable individuals with the surname include Paul Michael Glaser (born 1943), an American actor and director best known for his role as Detective Dave Starsky in the television series Starsky & Hutch, and for directing films such as The Cutting Edge. The name is borne by many others across fields such as the arts, sciences, sports, and business.

In wider usage, Glaser is primarily encountered as a surname rather than a place or organization name. It remains most commonly associated with its Germanic roots and the occupations historically linked to glassmaking.