Kramer is a surname of German and Dutch origin.
Origin: German, Dutch
Meaning: Shopkeeper, merchant
Popularity: Kramer is a fairly common surname in German-speaking countries and areas with significant German heritage.
Inspiration: The name may evoke images of medieval European markets and the rise of the merchant class.
The name Kramer comes from the Middle High German “krāmære” or Middle Dutch “cramer,” both meaning “merchant” or “shopkeeper.” It originally referred to a person who ran a small retail shop or market stall. The name spread throughout Europe and to other parts of the world through German and Dutch migration.