TheNameDBGrim
DescriptiveMeaning
A person who is fierce, stern, or grim in appearance or demeanor.
Etymology
Derived from Old English or Old German 'grim' meaning fierce, cruel, or stern. The name likely originated as a descriptive epithet for someone with a forbidding appearance or temperament.
About the Grim Surname
A descriptive surname indicating a stern or fierce character. The name is relatively rare as a standalone surname, with variants being more common.
Distribution
Found in England and Germany, with scattered presence in other Germanic regions.
Notable Bearers
Unknown of major historical significance