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Savoca - Scanlin

Most Comon Surname in this Range: Sawyer

Sawyer is an English surname that dates back to the seventh century and comes from the Olde English word “sagu” and meant “one who saws wood”. Those with the occupation of sawing wood were very important in medieval times as they dealt with timber, which was necessary for building. Early recordings of the surname Sawyer date back to the fourteenth century.

2nd most Common Surname in this Range: Saylor

Saylor is an English surname, although it has roots in Germany and alternate spellings belonging to the Germans, Saylor is the English version rooted in the German word “seil” from the seventh century. Seil meant rope and Saylor was an occupational name for a rope maker. Ropes were chiefly used in shipping and by sailors, giving way to Saylor as a surname.

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