TheNameDBAuthier
OccupationalMeaning
Possibly related to 'auteur' (author) or a place name in France.
Etymology
The etymology is uncertain; it may derive from an occupational term or a French place name. The suffix '-ier' suggests an occupational origin.
About the Authier Surname
A French surname of uncertain origin, possibly occupational. The name appears to be relatively rare and may have regional significance.
Distribution
France, particularly Northern France.
Notable Bearers
Unknown