History:

Digger: This surname, hinting at digging jobs, likely appeared alongside mining and farming. Its spread reflects changes in these industries. Forced moves, maybe due to land grabs or war, scattered families with this surname. People also moved willingly to find better mining or farming jobs. Youd find lots of this surname near mines or farms, changing over time as those industries changed. Spelling might vary depending on the area or how it was written down. To trace its spread, check old land records, migration info, and job censuses.

Description:

The surname likely comes from a job. People with this surname might have been miners or worked with earth.

Another option is Diggory, a fancier version of this surname. And finally, theres Delver, which means the same thing but sounds a bit different.