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All About the Masters Family


Note: The following information is copied from The World Book of Masters, published by Halbert's Family Heritage.

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How the Old and Distinguished Masters Family Got Its Name and What the Masters Name Means

The surname Masters appears to be occupational in origin. Our research indicates that it can be associated with the English, meaning, "one who was the lord of a manor; a landlord or squire." Although this interpretation is the result of onomastic research, you may find other meanings for the Masters family name.

Spelling Variations of the Masters Family Name

Knowing that different spellings of the same original surname are a common occurrence, it is not surprising that dictionaries of surnames indicate probable spelling variations of the Masters surname to be Mayster, Maystre, Maysters, Maystres, Maister, Maisters, McMasters, McMaster, Mac Masters, Masterson, and Master. Although bearers of the old and distinguished Masters name comprise a small percentage of individuals living in the world today, there may be a large number of your direct relatives who are using one of the Masters name variations.


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