TheNameDBWeightman
OccupationalMeaning
An official who weighs goods or manages weights and measures.
Etymology
Derived from Old English 'wæht' (weight) combined with 'man' (person). The surname indicates an occupational role in commerce or administration.
About the Weightman Surname
An English occupational surname referring to officials responsible for weighing commodities in markets or ports. The name reflects the importance of standardized measurements in medieval commerce.
Distribution
Found primarily in England and English-speaking countries.
Notable Bearers
Limited historical records