Meller Surname Meaning & Coat of Arms

Seen on a gravestone or a census line, Meller usually leads back to Mellor. Its meaning, shared with Mellor, is “bare hill”.

Meller and Mellor

Before spelling was fixed, Mellor was also written Meller. Before spelling was standardised, one family could appear under several forms. Related forms: Mellors.

According to the 2010 US Census, the Meller surname had 1,163 bearers. From 1891 to 2000, 100 births in France were registered under Meller. Meller sounds close to Moeller, Mueller and Miller, so it can help to search both.

Heraldry and the Meller name

Looking for a Meller coat of arms? Arms were granted to families, not to surnames, and our research shows which heraldic tradition fits yours.

Want more than a summary? See the Meller family name pack.