Origin and Meaning of Brewster

Brewer or one who brews beer

Origin: English - Derived from the Middle English term 'brewster,' which means a female brewer, stemming from the Old English word 'brēowan,' meaning 'to brew.'

• Brewster originally designated a profession, particularly in reference to women who brewed ale and beer in the medieval period.
• In English culture, surnames derived from occupations were common, which is why Brewster is categorized as a surname that evolved into a given name.
• Notable bearers of the name include Brewster Kahle, an American computer engineer and internet entrepreneur who founded the Internet Archive.
• The name Brewster is relatively uncommon as a first name but can be found more frequently as a last name and has been used in various fictional contexts.
• Related variations include Brew, which can also refer to brewing, and the surname Brewster itself, which may appear in various cultures.