There are
1768
Micheners in the USA
Michener is the
16305th
most common last name in the USA

Historical figures and celebrities called Michener

JamesAlbert

James Albert Michener was an American author known for his epic historical novels, including 'Tales of the South Pacific' which won the Pulitzer Prize for Fiction.

MikeMichener

Mike Michener is a Canadian ice hockey player who played in the National Hockey League for the Calgary Flames and the Winnipeg Jets.

SteveMichener

Steve Michener is an American screenwriter and producer, known for his work on the TV series 'Community' and 'Brooklyn Nine-Nine.'

PattyMichener

Patty Michener is a Chilean soprano known for her performances in various opera productions, including the role of Mimi in 'La Boheme.'

JohnMichener

John Michener is an American politician who served as a member of the Oregon House of Representatives from 2005 to 2009.

BillMichener

Bill Michener is an American biologist and academic known for his contributions to the field of biodiversity informatics.

RobertMichener

Robert Michener is a Canadian politician who served as the Member of Parliament for the riding of Parry Sound—Muskoka from 1997 to 2004.

RachelMichener

Rachel Michener is a British actress known for her appearances in TV series such as 'Call the Midwife' and 'The Crown.'

DavidMichener

David Michener is an American animator and filmmaker known for his work on Disney films, including 'The Little Mermaid' and 'Beauty and the Beast.'

CarolynMichener

Carolyn Michener is a Canadian artist known for her landscape paintings inspired by the Rocky Mountains and Canadian wilderness.

Michener Genealogy

OriginsThe surname 'Michener' is of German origin. It is an occupational surname derived from the Middle High German word 'michener,' which means 'one who measures grain.'
Geographic DistributionThe surname 'Michener' is most commonly found in the United States, particularly in the states of Pennsylvania, Ohio, and Michigan.
VariationsVariations of the surname 'Michener' include 'Mitchener,' 'Mochner,' 'Machner,' 'Michenor,' 'McInerney,' 'Machener,' 'Montenero,' 'McCenter,' 'Mikonas,' and 'Michain.'
Migration and ImmigrationThe name 'Michener' is primarily associated with German immigrants who settled in the United States in the 19th and early 20th centuries. Some branches of the Michener family also migrated to Canada.