Summary

German surname of occupational origin, derived from the Middle High German word 'volen', meaning 'to rock' or 'to roll'. It is often said to have originally referred to a person who worked as a fulling miller or a cloth fuller. The Vollmer family name has a rich history and can be traced back to medieval times.
There are
6614
Vollmers in the USA
Vollmer is the
5273rd
most common last name in the USA

Historical figures and celebrities called Vollmer

HermannVollmer

German painter known for his landscape and maritime paintings.

OttoVollmer

German sculptor renowned for his figurative and abstract works.

MarieVollmer

French soprano opera singer recognized for her performances in renowned opera houses.

KarlVollmer

German architect and urban planner credited for designing several iconic buildings.

HugoVollmer

Austrian mathematician known for his contributions to the field of differential equations.

Vollmer Genealogy

OriginsThe surname Vollmer has German origins.
Geographic DistributionVollmer is commonly found in Germany, Austria, and France.
VariationsVariations of the Vollmer surname include Wolmar, Valmar, Volmer, and Vollmert.
Migration and ImmigrationMigration and immigration of the Vollmer surname occurred during various times and in different places due to factors such as economic opportunities, family reunification, and political reasons.