Miller (surname)

The surname Miller is of occupational origin, historically used for people who operated mills, particularly those grinding grain into flour. The name derives from the Old English word "mellan" or "mylen," meaning "mill." As mills were central to communities' food production, the surname became common across English-speaking regions. It often indicates ancestral ties to millers or those involved in milling trades. Today, Miller remains a widespread surname, carried by many individuals worldwide, and serves as a testament to the profession that once played a vital role in daily life.